West Bengal's Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee who is on a visit to the UK spoke about how Bengal is looking forward to further cement ties with partners in UK and beyond.
Speaking at the High Commission of India in London where she attended a high-tea reception, CM Banerjee called the relationship "very deep" as pre-independence, Kolkata served as the capital of India.
She said that now, "Kolkata is the cultural capital of India".
CM Banerjee highlighted that it is now the "main job destination investment hub, skill hub, women empowerment hub, education hub, small scale industry hub, sports hub, everything."
CM Banerjee further added that the event brought together the official and business delegation from Bengal alongside eminent leaders from the industry, cultural, and social sectors in the UK, all of whom were united by a shared vision for deeper collaboration.
Earlier after touching down in London, she took a walk and interacted with people. Calling London and Kolkata cities that value history and tradition, she had expressed optimism for her visit.
(ANI)