Alliance Française du Bengale, in collaboration with Techno India University, West Bengal, has inaugurated the Salt Lake Annex, a new academic and cultural centre aimed at promoting French language and culture in Eastern India.
partnership seeks to enhance educational and research collaborations between the two institutions, fostering a deeper cultural exchange between France and India.
Located in the vibrant Salt Lake area of Kolkata, the Salt Lake Annex will offer a range of French language courses, cultural events, and academic programs designed to bring French culture closer to Indian students and professionals. The centre will also serve as a hub for various cultural activities, providing a space for events, workshops, and seminars that celebrate French art, music, cinema, and literature.
The collaboration between Alliance Française du Bengale and Techno India University brings together the strengths of both institutions. Alliance Française du Bengale, with its rich expertise in French language education and cultural programming, will lead the cultural and linguistic aspects of the initiative. Meanwhile, Techno India University will contribute its academic and research capabilities, offering joint degree programs, student and faculty exchanges, and collaborative research projects.
The initiative is expected to benefit students and faculty from both institutions, providing opportunities for cross-cultural learning and international academic exposure. The Salt Lake Annex was officially inaugurated on [Date] at the Techno India University campus in Salt Lake. The launch event was attended by [Name], the Consul General of France in Kolkata, and [Name], Chancellor of Techno India University, who both emphasised the importance of this partnership in fostering cultural understanding and educational collaboration between the two nations.
This new centre marks a significant step in expanding the presence of French culture in India, offering a platform for students and professionals to engage with the French language and culture, and to participate in global academic and cultural exchanges. The Salt Lake Annex is set to become a landmark institution in Kolkata's educational landscape, contributing to the city’s growing reputation as a hub for international education and cultural exchange.