Hifzur Rahman appointed as Ambassador of India to Libya
Dr. Hifzur Rahman presently Ambassador of India to the Republic of Chad, has been appointed as Ambassador of India to the State of Libya.
Dr. Hifzur Rahman is an accomplished career diplomat and India’s first Resident Ambassador to the Republic of Chad, serving since May 1, 2023. His appointment marked a milestone in India’s diplomatic engagement with Central Africa, strengthening New Delhi’s outreach to the region. Recently, he has been appointed as the new Ambassador of India to the State of Libya and is expected to take up the assignment shortly. His transition to Libya reflects the Government of India’s trust in his deep diplomatic experience and leadership. Observers and analysts tracking Indian Bureaucracy Latest News have often highlighted his dynamic and people-centric diplomatic approach.
With a diplomatic career spanning over two decades, Dr. Rahman has represented India across diverse geographies and cultural environments. Before his current posting, he served for two years as Director of the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) Division at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in New Delhi. This role provided him with a strategic platform to advance India’s partnerships in the Latin American region, while coordinating multilateral and bilateral initiatives. Between March 2019 and June 2021, he served as the Ambassador of India to the Syrian Arab Republic, where he played an instrumental role in managing bilateral engagements during a sensitive geopolitical period.
His foreign postings before ambassadorial roles constitute a rich foundation of diplomatic experience. From September 2014 to February 2019, he served as First Secretary (Political, Information and Education) at the Embassy of India in Riyadh, contributing significantly to India’s growing relations with Saudi Arabia. Earlier, from August 2011 to August 2014, he served as Second Secretary (Consular, Commercial, Political) and Head of Chancery at the Embassy of India in Tunis, handling consular operations, political reporting, economic affairs and administrative responsibilities. Prior to that, from October 2007 to July 2011, he served again in Riyadh as Second Secretary (Information and Culture), helping promote cultural diplomacy and public outreach. One of his earliest foreign assignments, from September 2002 to November 2005, was as Consul (Education, Administration and Haj) at the Consulate General of India in Jeddah, where he coordinated Haj-related duties and educational cooperation.
His assignments at headquarters have been equally impactful. From July 2021 to April 2023, he served as Director of the LAC Division in New Delhi. Before that, from November 2005 to September 2007, he functioned as Officer on Special Duty (OSD) in the Gulf Division of MEA, and from June 2001 to August 2002 he served as Attaché (Gulf Division) in the ministry. He joined the Ministry of External Affairs on June 1, 2001, after an impressive academic foundation that laid the groundwork for his diplomatic finesse.
Dr. Rahman’s educational credentials reflect deep scholarly achievement. He holds a Doctorate (Ph.D.) and Master’s degree in Arabic Literature, along with a BA (Honours) in History, English and Arabic Literature. Additionally, he has completed an Advanced Diploma in Modern Arabic and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Journalism. He also qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) conducted by the University Grants Commission of India. His academic background has significantly strengthened his communication, cultural diplomacy and multilingual capabilities.
A prolific writer, Dr. Rahman has authored two books in Arabic and one in Urdu, further contributing to literary exchange and intercultural discourse. His command over languages, scholarship and literary interests have enabled him to connect with diverse international audiences in a manner that few diplomats achieve.
During his tenure in Chad, Dr. Rahman has significantly elevated bilateral ties. He has promoted trade and investment cooperation, facilitated collaboration in higher education, scientific research and innovation, and strengthened capacity-building initiatives. His proactive engagement in women’s empowerment programmes and outreach to youth left a strong impression in the host country. He has interacted regularly with students, guiding them on scholarship opportunities for higher studies in India and encouraging Hindi language learning—an impactful cultural diplomacy effort that expanded people-to-people ties. These developmental and community-driven efforts have been widely appreciated in Top Indian Bureaucracy News forums that track India’s diplomatic performance.
As he prepares to take charge in Libya, Dr. Rahman brings with him an exceptional blend of geopolitical understanding, administrative skill and cross-cultural sensitivity. His distinguished career represents dedication to national service and continuous effort to widen India’s global partnerships. Beyond his professional life, he is married and blessed with one son and two daughters.
With a career defined by strategic vision, humility and a commitment to public service, Dr. Hifzur Rahman stands today as one of the most respected diplomatic figures representing India on the global stage—an inspiring example of excellence within Indian Bureaucracy.
Indian Bureaucracy Network wishes Dr. Hifzur Rahman the very best.