New Delhi, India – The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Tuesday announced that Shri Bandaru Wilsonbabu (IFS 2004), presently Ambassador of India to Madagascar, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Turkmenistan.
“He is expected to take up the assignment shortly,” the MEA said in a statement
Shri Wilsonbabu, a seasoned diplomat, joined the Indian Foreign Service in 2004 and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering. Over nearly two decades, he has served in key assignments in India and abroad, gaining extensive experience in diplomacy, bilateral engagement, and multilateral cooperation.
Career highlights
2006–2007: Third Secretary, Embassy of India, Moscow, Russia
2007–2010: Second Secretary, Embassy of India, Dushanbe, Tajikistan
2010–2012: Under Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi
2012–2014: First Secretary/Director, Jawaharlal Nehru Cultural Centre, Embassy of India, Moscow, Russia
2014–2016: Deputy Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi
2016–2020: Counsellor, Embassy of India, Beijing, China and Permanent Representative of India to the SCO Secretariat
2020–2022: Director/Joint Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi
October 2022–Present: Ambassador of India to Madagascar and Comoros
During his tenure in Madagascar, Shri Wilsonbabu strengthened bilateral ties, overseeing cooperation across multiple sectors. Madagascar also generally supported India’s candidature in multinational fora.
India and Turkmenistan share a long-standing partnership, particularly in energy cooperation, infrastructure development, and regional connectivity. Shri Wilsonbabu’s appointment is expected to further deepen bilateral relations and strengthen India’s strategic presence in Central Asia
Shri Wilsonbabu speaks Telugu, Hindi, English, and Russian. He is married and has three children. He is expected to assume his new responsibilities in Ashgabat shortly.
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