Diplomatic warmth met entrepreneurial energy in Bengaluru as MP Tejasvi Surya rolled out the red carpet—quite literally on the streets—for US Ambassador Sergio Gor. Their casual meet-up over steaming filter coffee and crispy masala dosas in Indiranagar evolved into substantive talks on elevating India-US partnerships.
Posting on X, Surya detailed the conversation threads: building on the interim trade pact, the focus was on trade expansion, tech advancements, and innovation ecosystems. ‘Bengaluru showcases the voyage from masala dosa to machine learning, intertwining tradition with the latest innovations,’ he noted, vital for fortifying economic and interpersonal bonds between the democracies.
Boasting over 700 American enterprises, 43% of India’s software shipments, and 40% of GCCs, Bengaluru is undeniably the heartbeat of US-India business synergy. This visit spotlights its centrality in pioneering collaborative ventures.
The highlight? A quintessential auto-rickshaw ride, video-recorded by Surya who gushed, ‘Ambassador, welcome to Bengaluru, India’s best city. Thanks for all you do for our nations!’ Gor replied with delight, acknowledging his exceptional host’s guided tour of the city.
Gor shared his own X update upon landing: snapshots of the breakfast, captioned with awe for Bengaluru’s unmatched vibe from tech startups to street eats, thanking Surya profusely. The MP also showcased the iconic ‘Namma Auto’ service, offering Gor an unfiltered taste of local life.
Surya’s schedule included a progress review with GAIL (India) Limited executives on city gas distribution in Jayanagar and Basavanagudi, merging global diplomacy with grassroots infrastructure pushes.
As these interactions unfold, they herald a new chapter of robust India-US engagement, with Bengaluru leading the charge in trade, tech, and beyond.