Event Highlights | IKBC Welcome Luncheon & Annual Members Meet 2025

The India Kenya Business Council (IKBC) hosted a distinguished gathering to welcome H.E. Dr. Adarsh Swaika, High Commissioner of India to Kenya & Permanent Representative to UNEP and UN-Habitat, during the Welcome Luncheon & Annual Members Meet 2025.

Held on Saturday, 18th October 2025, at the Trademark Hotel, Nairobi, the event brought together dignitaries, members, partners, and sponsors in a celebration of partnership, progress, and prosperity between India and Kenya.

Key Highlights:

Mr. Abhishek Rana, Chairman – IKBC, highlighted the strong partnership between IKBC and the High Commission of India, reaffirming the Council’s commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and investment relations.

Dr. Bimal Kantaria, Advisor – IKBC, emphasized the power of networking and collaboration in driving economic and community growth.

CA Parveen Bajaj, Past Chairman – Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (Kenya), delivered a detailed presentation on Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the importance of harmonized tax frameworks in facilitating cross-border business.

Mr. Peter Muturi, Head of Marketing – Equity Bank Ltd, shared an insightful Kenya–India Banking Update, highlighting new opportunities in trade financing and SME development.

Mr. Astitva Bhardwaj, Managing Director – Bank of Baroda (Kenya) Ltd, spoke on the Internationalisation of the Indian Rupee, showcasing its potential to simplify trade settlements and strengthen economic collaboration.

The luncheon concluded with renewed energy and a shared commitment to deepening India–Kenya partnerships through business, innovation, and mutual growth.

Special Thanks to our

Gold Sponsor: Equity Bank Kenya

Associates: Alpharama Ltd, Elgon Kenya Ltd, MacCoffee

Partners: Zoho, RSM Eastern Africa, Trademark Hotel

Co-sponsors: Adonis, Airtel Kenya, Bank of Baroda, Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital, Tata Chemicals Magadi, Prime Bank, and R1 Africa for their invaluable support.