India, Oct. 12 -- French President Emmanuel Macron has conferred the Chevalier de l'Ordre national de la Legion d'Honneur (Knight of the National Order of the Legion of Honour), France's highest civilian award, on Bharti Enterprises founder and chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal.

According to a company statement, the honour acknowledges Mittal's role in fostering economic relations between India and France, along with his contributions to telecommunications and digital infrastructure.

Founded by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802, the Legion d'Honneur is France's highest civilian distinction. It honours individuals for their contributions and service.

Mittal will receive the award at a ceremony that is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at the French E...