MUMBAI (Feb 18, 2026) — French President Emmanuel Macron charmed social media with a surprise late-night visit to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), wrapping up the Mumbai leg of his state visit with a walk through history.

Midnight at the Heritage Site

Following a day of intensive bilateral talks and a high-profile dinner, Macron was seen exploring the illuminated UNESCO World Heritage site under the city’s night lights.

• The Visit: Visuals of the President strolling through the station's gothic arches and historic platforms went viral, showing him pausing to admire the intricate 19th-century architecture.
• The Vibe: Dressed in a suit but appearing relaxed, Macron was accompanied by a small group of officials and a discreet security detail as he navigated the nearly empty terminal.

A Day of Firsts

The late-night tour followed an equally viral morning where the President joined local joggers for a run along Marine Drive. Together with PM Modi, he also inaugurated the "India-France Year of Innovation 2026" and elevated ties to a Special Global Strategic Partnership.

Heading to Delhi

President Macron has since departed for New Delhi to participate in the AI Impact Summit at Bharat Mandapam (Feb 18–19), where he will be a keynote speaker alongside global tech leaders.