Shri Sanjeev Kumar Singla IFS (1997) presently Ambassador of India to France, has been concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador of India to the Principality of Monaco, with residence in Paris.
Shri Sanjeev Kumar Singla, a 1997-batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS), has been concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador of India to the Principality of Monaco, while continuing to serve as the Ambassador of India to France. He will be based in Paris for both assignments.
Prior to his current posting in France, Shri Singla served as the Ambassador of India to Israel, where he took charge in October 2019. His tenure in Israel coincided with a particularly sensitive period in West Asia, marked by the Israel-Palestine crisis and heightened regional tensions. As he now transitions to his new diplomatic responsibilities in France and Monaco, he brings with him deep experience in handling complex international matters.
Shri Singla played a significant role in strengthening India-Israel relations during his term. He engaged actively with the Indian diaspora in Israel, which includes around 18,000 professionals and students, as well as approximately 85,000 Jews of Indian origin. His extensive engagement with Israeli affairs over multiple postings has earned him the recognition of being an “expert on Israel,” a title echoed in several media reports.
In his capacity as Ambassador, he navigated sensitive geopolitical developments, including the Israel-Palestine conflict, with caution and diplomatic balance. His efforts ensured that India’s relations with Israel and the broader West Asian region remained steady and constructive even amid challenging circumstances.
Earlier in his career, Shri Singla served as Private Secretary to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi from 2014 to 2019. During this time, he was closely involved in foreign policy formulation and high-level strategic decision-making. His contributions in the Prime Minister’s Office were instrumental in shaping India’s diplomatic approach to West Asia and enhancing bilateral engagements with key nations.
Shri Singla also brings a wide range of global experience, having served in Indian Missions in Paris, Dhaka, and Geneva. His prior posting in Paris has equipped him with a sound understanding of the French political and cultural environment. In addition, he has held important assignments at the Ministry of External Affairs, including roles on the US desk and as Director in the office of the Foreign Secretary.
With his deep expertise in international relations, proven leadership in handling sensitive diplomatic matters, and a rich background in foreign service, Shri Sanjeev Kumar Singla’s concurrent accreditation to Monaco reflects the Government of India’s confidence in his capabilities and commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with both France and Monaco.
IndianBureaucracy.com wishes Shri Sanjeev Kumar Singla the very best.
