At the Dutch Embassy in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, the Union Minister of State with independent charge of Science and Technology and Earth Sciences and minister in the Prime Minister's Office, Dr Jitendra Singh, attended the Netherlands National Day celebration as the chief guest. He noted that India and the Netherlands share an enduring relationship that is steadily progressing towards a stronger strategic partnership. The minister highlighted the event as a platform to reaffirm bilateral ties. He outlined that the partnership encompasses key sectors such as water management, agriculture and high technology, and that collaborations in emerging areas, including semiconductors and innovation-driven industries, are growing. The minister observed that this complementarity has supported expanding economic engagement and increased bilateral investment. He referred to a high degree of mutual trust and ease of collaboration between the two countries. He referred to the Dutch multinational Philips and observed that it has a larger consumer presence in India than in the Netherlands, indicating deep commercial links. The minister also noted that people-to-people ties and the Indian diaspora in the Netherlands, though relatively small, remain active and contribute to the relationship. The event saw attendance from members of the diplomatic community and other distinguished guests. The ambassador of the Netherlands to India, Marisa Gerards, conveyed that both countries are moving towards a stronger strategic partnership and are working together on climate resilience, sustainable agriculture and global supply chains. She emphasised that the partnership combines innovation, technology and shared values to address global challenges. Dr Jitendra Singh expressed confidence that relations will continue to strengthen across diverse sectors of mutual interest. Officials said that ongoing dialogues and joint projects will sustain momentum and deepen institutional ties. Continued cooperation will support mutual economic growth and technological exchange. The celebration reaffirmed a commitment to a partnership rooted in shared interests and practical collaboration.