Meet Vikram Misri, India’s Diplomatic Powerhouse

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Vikram Misri is India’s 35th Foreign Secretary, taking charge on 15 July 2024 to steer the nation’s global diplomacy 

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Kashmir Roots

Born 7 Nov 1964 in Srinagar, Misri grew up amid the Himalayan foothills before embarking on his diplomatic journey

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Stellar Education

He studied at Burn Hall & Carmel Convent in J&K, Scindia School (Gwalior), earned a BA in History from Hindu College, DU, and an MBA from XLRI Jamshedpu

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From Ads to IFS

After three years in advertising with Lintas and Contract Advertising, Misri joined the Indian Foreign Service in 1989

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Global Postings

He served in Brussels, Tunis, and on the Pakistan desk, then as Ambassador to Spain (2014–16) and Myanmar (2016–19) before China (2019–21)

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National Security Role

Misri was Deputy National Security Adviser from Jan 2022 until July 2024, advising on strategic and regional challenges

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Leading Foreign Affairs

As Foreign Secretary, he has managed India–Pakistan de-escalation (“Operation Sindoor”) and briefed envoys on ceasefire details

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Leadership & Legacy

Known for calm crisis management and linguistic flair, Misri blends strategy with empathy to shape India’s diplomatic future