Gourangalal Das: India's New Envoy to South Korea

Gourangalal Das, serving as joint secretary in India's Ministry of External Affairs, has been appointed the nation's next ambassador to South Korea. The Ministry announced the appointment, highlighting Das's extensive experience since joining the Indian Foreign Service in 1999. He is expected to assume his new role soon.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 17-09-2025 16:29 IST | Created: 17-09-2025 16:29 IST
Gourangalal Das: India's New Envoy to South Korea
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The Ministry of External Affairs has announced the appointment of Gourangalal Das as India's next ambassador to South Korea. Das, a seasoned diplomat, is currently a joint secretary within the ministry.

Having joined the Indian Foreign Service two decades ago in 1999, Das brings a wealth of experience to the role, underscoring India's ongoing diplomatic engagement and strengthening of ties with South Korea.

The formal statement released on Wednesday provides little additional detail, though Das is anticipated to take up his new responsibilities in short order.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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