Mr Wolfgang Hoeltgen who was featured earlier
in this blog is a tireless campaigner of German - India relations. His
indefatigable spirit takes him across the country, and which has become an
annual pilgrimage for sometime now, spreading GIBC mantra of catalyzing business
exchange between the 2 countries especially the region of Niedersachsen. This is
despite the almost fatal car crash incident he was involved on the Pune - Mumbai
highway last year (some bone chilling snaps of the accident). Apart from the shock & trauma of the accident he also
underwent an ordeal with the Hospital which not only treated but also fleeced
him to the hilt.
Yet none of these stops him coming to India
year after year. I caught up with him this time around in Bangalore and we
spent some time together. This years
sojourn also had its share of unfortunate event, he had just lost his wallet in
the Taj Vivanta where he was staying and along with it some considerable amount
of cash. I offered him some financial help but he politely turned it down. It
later turned out that the International ATM card that he was carrying was of no
use in India. Weirdly enough none of the multinational Pvt Bank ATMs (we tried
2-3 bank ATMS) were able to transact & dispense the cash. Yet though somehow
he managed to chug along with his journey without seeking any help.
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Beginning this year I will represent GIBC Hannover impulse as Strategic partner representing Bangalore region. Hopefully
I wish to translate this into mutually fruitful Business exchange. This year
also marks an eventful milestone in the History between the 2 countries i.e.,
60 years of diplomatic relations and to
commemorate that GIBC is bringing an Indian summer to Germany . For 4 full days
the spotlight will be on India at the famous Hannover fair called India days Hannover packed with various events. I have coined it an ‘Achtung Indie’ event
for the sheer novelty of its theme & significance. This event has something for everyone; Industry captains, Entrepreneurs, Students, Academicians,
Cultural enthusiasts and think-tanks all alike.
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