Teams across LSE recently hosted a trip to India, introducing our President and Vice-Chancellor Professor Larry Kramer to our alumni and supporters, prospective students and partners based in the country.
The trip began in Delhi and the first day was packed with various activities, starting with a student counsellors’ session at the Indian International Centre, where Professor Kramer provided an invaluable insight into LSE life and answered questions from prospective undergraduate students. Following this, a law event was held in the same venue, with over 260 LSE offer holders, postgraduate students, academics and alumni working in the industry. Areas discussed ranged from constitutional law to what it is like to be a student at LSE and the afternoon provided a fantastic opportunity for networking.
The second day began with an alumni roundtable at the Shangri-La Hotel, where 11 LSE graduates discussed India’s sustainable development and how technology can help advance these goals.
While I really enjoyed the thought-provoking discussion on the changing landscape in India due to climate change and AI, I enjoyed most connecting with fellow LSE alumni and staff members whose passion and energy were infectious.
Shweta Bahri (MPA International Development 2011)
During the evening, Alison Barrett, Country Director British Council India, hosted an alumni reception at the British High Commissioner’s Residence with over 100 alumni. Attendees enjoyed a thought-provoking discussion on Professor Kramer’s vision for LSE and the vital role of the social sciences.
Following a range of activities in Delhi, the LSE delegation continued their trip in Mumbai. The first event in the city was an alumni breakfast roundtable at The Oberoi focused on the Future of Work in India, hosted by Anne Clinton, Director of LSE Careers.
The final day of the trip was filled with more engagement opportunities. LSE Executive Education hosted a session with Podar World College, and a student counsellors’ session was held at the Dhirubhai Ambani International School, where Professor Kramer talked about the School to aspiring LSE students.
Closing the trip, we held a second alumni reception at the Bluesea in Mumbai. Over 70 alumni and guests joined for the opportunity to expand their personal and professional networks.
Marking a significant step forward for the Indian alumni community, the vibrant mix of generations—from 1980s graduates to recent alumni—was a true representation of who we are. It was equally wonderful to hear about LSE's new leadership and their plans to deepen the interdisciplinary approach to address pressing global challenges.
Shruti Sonthalia (BSc Sociology 2009)
While in India, Professor Kramer also spoke to business and financial news channel CNBC TV18 on how he plans to increase Indian students at LSE.
Watch the interview
Finally, the LSE Research and Education Foundation India was established in 2021 reinforcing the School’s presence in India and advancing our commitment to transformative education in the world’s most populous nation.
Find out more and how to get involved
Thank you to all the alumni, supporters, prospective students and partners who connected with us during our trip to India.