Formal meeting between Japanese delegation, Governor and Chief Minister
Four sectoral sessions at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan to chart future strategy across industry, agriculture, healthcare and MSMEs
CM Yogi to address Japanese delegation and entrepreneurs at valedictory session
Lucknow, August 2026 : Friday is set to be an important day in strengthening relations between Uttar Pradesh and Japan, with the Japanese delegation entering the third day of its visit to the state. A wide-ranging dialogue on investment, industry, education, tourism, healthcare, MSMEs and women’s empowerment will take place in Lucknow.
The day will begin with courtesy meetings between the Japanese delegation and the Governor and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Four sectoral sessions at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan will be among the key highlights of the programme, while Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will address the concluding session.
The Uttar Pradesh government has prepared a series of programmes throughout the day to showcase the state’s industrial capabilities, investment potential and opportunities across various sectors to the Japanese delegation. The discussions will go beyond formal meetings and focus on creating a foundation for long-term economic and institutional partnerships between Japan and Uttar Pradesh.
Day to Begin with Meetings with Governor and Chief Minister
On Friday morning, the Japanese delegation will visit Raj Bhavan for a courtesy meeting with the Governor of Uttar Pradesh. This will be followed by a proposed meeting with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at his official residence.
The meetings will provide an opportunity for high-level discussions on bilateral relations, investment and potential areas of cooperation. The delegation will subsequently participate in various sector-specific programmes throughout the day.
Japanese Students to Explore Uttar Pradesh’s New Education System
A group of 15 Japanese students accompanying the delegation will visit Atal Vidyalaya in Mohanlalganj. Officials from Invest UP will accompany the students during the visit.
The programme will provide the Japanese students with an opportunity to understand Uttar Pradesh’s education system and observe the modern educational models being developed in the state.
Japanese Women Delegates to Learn About 1090 Women’s Helpline
A special programme has also been organised for 15 women representatives from Japan. Following a meeting with the Minister of Women and Child Welfare, the delegation will visit the 1090 Women’s Helpline in Lucknow.
An ADG-level presentation and briefing will explain the functioning of the helpline and the state’s technology-driven women’s safety mechanisms. The programme is expected to provide an important platform for sharing experiences in women’s security and technology-enabled support systems.
UP’s Strength from ODOP to Startups on Display
At the Exhibition and ODOP Experience Centre at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, Japanese visitors will be introduced to Uttar Pradesh’s industrial and cultural strengths.
Stalls representing UP NEDA, tourism, education, Invest UP, labour, IT and startups, ODOP and skill development will showcase the state’s capabilities. Japanese companies, along with institutions such as AKTU, IIT-BHU and IIT Kanpur, will also present their expertise and potential.
Four Sectoral Sessions to Shape Future Strategy
Four parallel sectoral sessions will focus on different dimensions of the Uttar Pradesh-Japan partnership.
The “From Gate to Global Plate” session will explore opportunities to connect agriculture and food processing with global markets and identify areas for Japanese collaboration.
The Japanese Tourism session will discuss cooperation in tourism and opportunities for increased tourist exchanges.
The UP-Japan Healthcare and Care Economy Partnership session will examine new avenues for collaboration in healthcare and the care economy.
The Japan-UP MSME Partnership Forum will focus on linking Uttar Pradesh’s vast MSME network with Japanese technology, investment and expertise.
These sessions are expected to be particularly significant as they will seek to develop sector-specific roadmaps for potential investments and business partnerships.
MoUs to Give Institutional Shape to Partnership
A meeting for the exchange of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) is also proposed at the state Assembly. The Lucknow visit will therefore go beyond discussions on investment and cooperation and could provide an institutional framework for future partnerships through formal agreements.
A separate meeting between Uttar Pradesh’s Energy Minister and the Governor of Yamanashi Prefecture is also proposed in the afternoon, with potential cooperation in the energy sector expected to be discussed.
Cultural Programme to Strengthen People-to-People Ties
Later in the afternoon, a cultural programme will be presented by Rang Bharati. The day will conclude with a valedictory session at Jupiter Hall of Indira Gandhi Pratishthan, where Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will address the Japanese delegation.
State ministers, senior officials and representatives of industry organisations will also attend the session. It will provide a platform to present the outcomes of the day’s discussions and outline the future direction of Uttar Pradesh-Japan cooperation.
The programme will conclude with a networking high tea, followed by a dinner hosted at the Chief Minister’s residence, bringing the day’s engagements to an end.
