India to host 'Mumbai Climate Week' in Feb, here's all you need to know about it

India is all set to host the firstever Mumbai Climate Week 2026 in February an official statement said on TuesdayThe Mumbai Climate Week will be held from February 17 to 19 2026 at the Jio World Convention Centre The event aims to position India as a climate action leader of the Global SouthThe event is organised by Project Mumbai in partnership with the Government of Maharashtrarsquos Department of Environment and Climate Change and supported by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation BMCThe event is expected to be inaugurated by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi with participation from climate leaders from over 30 countriesThe focus will be on food systems energy transition and urban resilience with discussions guided by principles of justice innovation and fundingSpeaking about Mumbai Climate Week Maharashtra Chief Minister Fadnavis said Itrsquos high time we move from dialogue to action in the space of climate change Mumbai Climate Week is a great initiative that not only celebrates climate mitigation efforts but also brings everyone citizens businesses and institutions into action It will set benchmarks for Maharashtra and Mumbai inspiring us to take concrete steps rather than remain spectators We will reach out to the global community to make Mumbai Climate Week a global event truly where hope meets actionMumbai Climate Week is more than just a conferenceThe main hub will host leadership dialogues panels and strategy sessions A network of peripheral events including exhibitions film screenings art festivals hackathons and community workshops will engage citizens across Mumbai A climatefocused food festival will allow the public to participate in practical climate actionStrategic knowledge on climate changeMumbai Climate Week will give voice not only to policymakers and experts but also to citizens students and grassroots initiatives It will be Indiarsquos first dedicated citizenled platform focused on speeding up climate action Monitor Deloitte will be the strategic knowledge partner Several major organizations have already joined as partners and supporters including the Climate Group hosts of New York Climate Week India Climate Collaborative WRI Eversource HT Parekh Foundation UNICEF ISEG Shakti Foundation Rainmatter Foundation National Gallery of Modern Art and National Service scheme NSSSeveral major organisations have already joined as partners and supporters including the Climate Group hosts of New York Climate Week India Climate Collaborative WRI Eversource HT Parekh Foundation UNICEF ISEG Shakti Foundation Rainmatter Foundation National Gallery of Modern Art and National Service scheme NSSShishir Joshi Founder and CEO of Project Mumbai said Mumbai Climate Week marks a historic step for Maharashtra and India as we unite and amplify the voices of the Global South This unique platform underscores our commitment to empowering climateresilient communities through inclusive collaboration and relevant solutions Mumbai Climate Week will catalyse transformative impact fostering partnerships that transcend bordersWhy it mattersDeveloping countries heavily reliant on climatesensitive sectors like agriculture face rising risks from climate disruptions Mumbai Climate Week seeks to create practical solutions that balance development needs with urgent climate action while amplifying the voice of the Global SouthPreparatory activities in the leadup to February 2026 will include working groups workshops roundtables innovation mapping and calls for applications ensuring that discussions are grounded in both global relevance and local realities