The France India Foundation successfully concluded the second edition of the Young Leaders Programme, held from 3rd to 6th October 2024 in Paris and Chamonix. This year’s programme welcomed a diverse cohort, blending Young Leaders from the 2023-24 group with the new 2024-25 members. Over the course of four days, participants engaged in deep discussions on topics such as AI, healthcare, sustainability, and sports, while also reflecting on personal and professional journeys.

Paris Segment

• Began with an engaging icebreaker.
• Sessions on AI in healthcare by Antoine Tesnière and Arnaud Favry.
• Dialogue on Indo-French collaboration with Paul Hermelin.
• Private tour of the French Parliament.
• Visit to Art x AI collection at Docent.
• Morning at the Eiffel Tower to share personal stories.
• Lunch reception at the residence of H.E. Jawed Ashraf, emphasizing Indo-French ties.

Chamonix Segment

• Discussions on climate change and sustainability in the Alps.
• Inspiring talks by Olympic medalist Marie-Laure Brunet and skier Claudia Riegler-Deneriaz.
• Cocktail Dinner Reception at La Folie Douce.

Saint-Gervais Segment

• Leadership and wellness session by Binita Cooper.
• Closing lunch hosted by Mayor Jean-Marc Peillex.