Federal Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, embarking on his first official visit to India, arrived at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Monday (January 12, 2026) morning. Read this also As German Chancellor Merz arrives in Gujarat, activists demand Modi ask for return of Ariha Strengthening bilateral ties in trade, investment, critical technologies and defense will be the focus of wide-ranging talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Ahmedabad today. According to officials, apart from talks with PM Modi, Mr Merz is scheduled to visit Sabarmati Ashram, participate in a kite festival and attend a skill development program in Ahmedabad.

The German leader will visit Bengaluru after completing his programs in Ahmedabad. Read live updates here:.