The Consulate General of India, Auckland, in association with
the Auckland Business Chamber, organised the third episode of the
India Unlocked series, on "Investment in Uttar Pradesh", on 14 October
2026. Dr Madan Mohan Sethi, Consul General of India, highlighted
India's investment potential, foreign direct investment (FDI)
opportunities, government schemes and the Consulate's role in
facilitating business partnerships. Ms Anne Collins, India FTA
Implementation Manager, New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE),
outlined practical aspects of the India–New Zealand Free Trade
Agreement and strategies for New Zealand businesses entering the
Indian market.

Mr Gurdeep Talwar, President of the Uttar Pradesh Tourism & Business
Advisory Board NZ, highlighted import opportunities from Uttar
Pradesh, including leather saddles, handmade glassware, Chikankari
textiles and brassware. Mr Deen Dayal Srivastava, Director of Flair
for Success, presented Uttar Pradesh's economic strengths,
infrastructure, export potential and investment opportunities across
IT and electronics, food processing, renewable energy, textiles,
handicrafts, tourism and heritage.

The session, attended by 25 to 30 participants, underlined the
importance of state-level engagement in unlocking India's diverse
business and investment opportunities for New Zealand companies. The
India Unlocked series continues to build awareness, encourage
partnerships and translate the bilateral relationship into tangible
business opportunities.