Shri Gourangalal Das IFS (1999) presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Korea.
Who is IFS Gourangalal Das | Shri Gourangalal Das, an accomplished officer of the 1999 batch of the Indian Foreign Service, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Korea. A son of Barpeta, Assam, Shri Das has brought pride and joy to his hometown and the state through his remarkable achievements in diplomacy and governance. Known for his dedication, intellectual brilliance, and quiet determination, he has risen to the highest levels of India’s foreign service, representing the nation with distinction.
Shri Das has previously served in key positions in the Ministry of External Affairs, including as Joint Secretary (US), where he played a pivotal role in strengthening India’s strategic relations. Earlier, he served as Deputy Secretary, External Affairs in the Office of the then Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, contributing directly to high-level decision-making and foreign policy formulation. His expertise and experience in global diplomacy make him a natural choice for the prestigious ambassadorial assignment.
A meritorious student from the beginning, Shri Das stood first in HSLC (1991) even after the tragic loss of his father, Late Motilal Das, who was the former Chairman of Barpeta Municipality Board. He went on to secure the second position in HS (Science) 1993, before pursuing higher studies at St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, where he graduated with Honours in Economics. He further honed his academic excellence with a Master’s degree from the Delhi School of Economics, one of India’s premier institutions.
Shri Das comes from a family of achievers. His brother, Hemanga Lal Das, also a state rank-holder, works as an engineer with Facebook in California. He is married to Smt. Harsha Das, a senior officer with the Delhi Government, and together they are raising a son (Class X) and a daughter (Class V).
Respected by peers and admired by the people of his home district, Shri Das’s appointment is seen as a recognition of his unflinching service to the nation. His humility, intellectual depth, and tireless commitment to duty embody the very spirit of Indian diplomacy. The people of Assam, especially Barpeta, take immense pride in his achievements as he assumes charge in South Korea, strengthening India’s global outreach.
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