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Princess Kate Returns for Earthshot Prize in Mumbai
15 Nov
Summary
- Princess Catherine will join Prince William in Mumbai for the Earthshot Prize.
- This marks Catherine's first public appearance since her 2024 cancer diagnosis.
- The royal couple's visit highlights innovation, sustainability, and UK-India connections.
Princess Catherine will accompany Prince William to Mumbai, India, for the 2026 Earthshot Prize ceremony. This marks her first official appearance since her cancer diagnosis in 2024, and the couple's first joint overseas visit since 2023.
Their three-day trip, commencing on a Monday and concluding on a Wednesday, will focus on celebrating innovation, sustainability, and youth leadership. The visit aims to strengthen the enduring connections between the United Kingdom and India, engaging with diverse sectors and initiatives across Mumbai.
The royal tour includes engagements with communities, focusing on areas such as sustainable urban transport and youth-led environmental action. Their Royal Highnesses will attend the inaugural Children's Earthshot Awards Ceremony and visit Dharma Productions, a key player in India's film industry.
Prince William announced Mumbai as the host city in February, hailing India as a vital force for climate and nature. The Earthshot Prize, now halfway through its decade-long cycle, recognizes groundbreaking solutions to environmental challenges across five categories.
