Official Government of India business delegation to visit Cairo and Rome from 13–22 November 2026; Eco Bharat ranked 3rd among the world’s top ten in Armenia
13 November 2026: A high-level 10-day official business delegation of the Government of India, led by Union Cabinet Minister Shri Piyush Goyal, will visit Egypt and Italy from 13 to 22 November 2026. The primary objective of the visit is to hold policy discussions and take forward agreements on Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with Egypt and European Union countries, a visit seen as important for strengthening India’s global trade relationships.
Sampat Saraswat Bamanwali, Founder & CEO of Eco Bharat, will be part of the Government of India delegation. It is a proud moment for him and for the entire organisation, as an Indian road safety initiative gets the opportunity to present its work on an international platform.
Key Highlights
Dates: 13 to 22 November 2026
Itinerary: First 5 days in Cairo (Egypt), next 5 days in Rome (Italy)
Purpose: Policy discussions and agreements on FTAs with Egypt and EU countries
Eco Bharat’s role: Participation as a member of the official Government of India delegation
The Itinerary
The delegation will spend the first five days in Cairo, the capital of Egypt, for trade and policy discussions with Egypt. The following five days will be spent in Rome, Italy, for meetings and discussions related to FTAs with European Union countries.
Third FTA Delegation with Shri Piyush Goyal
This is Mr. Bamanwali’s third FTA delegation alongside Shri Piyush Goyal. He has earlier been part of the Government of India’s delegations to New Zealand and Japan. These consecutive opportunities reflect Eco Bharat’s growing credibility and international visibility.
Notable: Eco Bharat secured the 3rd position among the world’s top ten in Armenia, an achievement that reflects the organisation’s global recognition in Indian innovation and road safety.
Statement by Mr. Sampat Saraswat Bamanwali
“This is a proud and golden opportunity for Eco Bharat and the entire road safety movement. Being part of this Government of India delegation allows us to present our initiative and Indian innovation on the international stage. We are committed to taking our mission of saving lives in the ‘golden hour’ to the global level. I sincerely thank Hon’ble Minister Shri Piyush Goyal and the Government of India for this opportunity.”
Why This Visit Matters for Eco Bharat
International recognition: Introducing Eco Bharat and its road safety mission on the global stage.
New partnerships: Opportunities to collaborate with international organisations, companies and institutions.
Global markets: Exploring international prospects for Indian road safety innovations such as the Smart Safety QR.
Golden hour mission: Taking the idea of saving lives in the crucial first hour after an accident to the world.
Mr. Bamanwali said he intends to use the experience and international insights gained during the visit to further strengthen road safety efforts in India.
About Eco Bharat Road Safety Initiative: Eco Bharat is an Indian road safety initiative working to save lives on roads through innovations such as the Smart Safety QR. Its mission is to ensure faster assistance in the “golden hour” after an accident and protect as many lives as possible. Learn more: www.ecobharat.co
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