On the occasion of celebrating 60 years of Indo-German diplomatic ties, a series of events will be held, starting in the second half of 2011 and continuing until late 2012. The Year of Germany, which carries the motto "Germany and India 2011-2012: Infinite Opportunities", will help reinforce and expand the ties that exist between the two countries. With a focus on ‘StadtRäume – CitySpaces’, the theme of the event establishes a direct link to the implications of rapid urbanization and change in India.
Germany, the "Land of Ideas", will present itself as an innovative and creative partner, a country that will join hands with India in addressing future issues. The project aims to highlight Indo-German collaboration and to provide impetus for new joint ventures.It will cover the fields of politics, business, education, research, science and culture and target India's urban, education oriented and English-speaking younger generations.The centrepiece of the project is a mobile unit that will tour the country, taking in seven Indian mega cities. The unit will be installed for a period of approximately ten days in each city.
"Germany and India 2011-2012: Infinite Opportunities" is being initiated by the following partners: the German Federal Foreign Office, the Goethe-Institut, the Asia-Pacific Committee of German Business (APA), and the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research.
The management will be in the hands of the Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan New Delhi.
