[1] India also maintains a Consulate-General in Marseille and in Saint-Denis, Réunion; to further enhance diplomatic, economic, and cultural relations with France.

The current chancery building was acquired in the 1950s and serves as the official diplomatic headquarters.

India and France have shared strong diplomatic ties since the 1940s, particularly in the fields of defense, space cooperation, trade, and cultural exchanges.

The Indian Embassy in Paris plays a crucial role in strengthening these bilateral relations.

It also facilitates diplomatic engagements, economic collaboration, and cultural programs between India and France.