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Hindustan Times
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Pakistan desk to work roles with Manmohan Singh, Narendra Modi: Who is foreign secretary Vikram Misri?
Foreign secretary Vikram Misri has been the face of India's press briefings since Operation Sindoor began, along with Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh. The Indian diplomat's composed presence while addressing the nation has contributed to bringing a sense of calm amid cross-border military action. Vikram Misri was once again at the forefront on Saturday evening to announce India's ceasefire 'understanding' with Pakistan. Vikram Misri revealed that it was facilitated by call between the DGMOs of Pakistan and India at 3:35 pm. He also stated that the ceasefire began from 5:00 pm (IST) on Saturday. Later, Pakistan violated the ceasefire on Saturday night, prompting Vikram Misri to issue another press statement. Vikram Misri was born on November 7, 1964, in Srinagar, and his early childhood years were spent in Jammu and Kashmir. Vikram Misri then moved to Scindia School in Madhya Pradesh's Gwalior, followed by a degree in History from Delhi University's Hindu College. Vikram Misri also has an MBA degree from XLRI, Jamshedpur. Before his diplomatic career kicked-off, Vikram Misri had a stint in advertising with Lintas India and Contract Advertising. Vikram Misri is said to be fluent in English, Hindi and Kashmiri, and is known to have a decent control of French. Vikram Misri is a Kamalnayan Bajaj Fellow of the Aspen Institute's India Leadership Initiative too. Vikram Misri joined the Indian Foreign Service in 1989, and then served at the Ministry of External Affairs' Pakistan desk. Vikram Misri also worked closely with Foreigh Ministers IK Gujral, Pranab Mukherjee, and served as private secretary to three Indian prime ministers (IK Gujral, Manmohan Singh and Narendra Modi). Vikram Misri resume also includes plenty of international assignments, which has seen him take up ambassadorial positions in Spain, Myanmar and China. Vikram Misri also held the deputy high commissioner post in Sri Lanka and Munich's Consul General. Misri worked as deputy national security adviser from January 2022 to June 2024, a stint in which he was seen handling strategic affairs. Vikram Misri was appointed India's 35th foreign secretary on July 15, 2024.
Hindustan Times
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
The calm in the storm: Things you didn't know about Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, along with Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, was first spotlighted when they jointly addressed the media on Operation Sindoor — India's precision missile strikes on 'terror launchpads' deep inside Pakistan post the Pahalgam attack. While the nation watched the trio with pride, it was Misri's composed presence that anchored the moment. More recently, the Foreign Secretary addressed the press after Pakistan launched multiple attacks on Friday night, dismissing the claims as 'ludicrous'. Meanwhile, the ongoing discussions around Pakistan's financial aid continue, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is also in the spotlight for its approval of loans to Pakistan. Yet apart from his keen eye and steadfast demeanour, there's much more to Vikram Misri than what meets the eye. Born on 7 November 1964 in Srinagar, Misri spent his early years in Jammu and Kashmir before moving to Scindia School, Gwalior. He holds a degree in History from Hindu College, Delhi University, and an MBA from XLRI, Jamshedpur. Before his diplomatic career, he worked in advertising with Lintas India and Contract Advertising. In 1989, he joined the Indian Foreign Service and steadily built a reputation for his sharp mind. Misri served on the Pakistan desk at the Ministry of External Affairs and worked closely with Foreign Ministers I.K. Gujral and Pranab Mukherjee. He was also appointed Private Secretary to three Prime Ministers — I.K. Gujral, Manmohan Singh, and Narendra Modi. His international assignments include ambassadorial roles in Spain, Myanmar, and China (2019–2021), and postings as Deputy High Commissioner in Sri Lanka and Consul General in Munich. From January 2022 to June 2024, he served as Deputy National Security Adviser, handling Strategic Affairs. On 15 July 2024, he became India's 35th Foreign Secretary. Fluent in Hindi, English, and Kashmiri, with working knowledge of French, Misri is also a Kamalnayan Bajaj Fellow of the Aspen Institute's India Leadership Initiative. Whether behind closed doors or on the world stage, Vikram Misri remains India's steady hand in moments of crisis.
India.com
07-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Meet Vikram Misri, IFS officer who briefed on ‘Operation Sindoor' against Pakistan, known as ‘China expert', represented India in missions like…
The Indian armed forces today launched strikes on nine terrorist sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Foreign Secretary Indian armed forces carried out missile strikes on terror targets in Pakistan and PoK under 'Operation Sindoor', in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack. Vikram Misri addressed the media regarding 'Operation Sindoor', in New Delhi. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri along with Col Sophia Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh on Wednesday briefed the media about the Operation Sindoor. The Foreign Secretary said that the attack on Pahalgam was driven by an objective of undermining the return of normalcy in Jammu and Kashmir. 'The attack in Pahalgam was marked with extreme barbarity, with the victims mostly killed with head shots at close range and in front of their family…the family members were deliberately traumatised through the manner of killing, accompanied by the exhortation that they should take back the message. The attack was clearly driven by the objective of undermining normalcy returning to Kashmir,' he said. Who Is Vikram Misri? Vikram Misri became Foreign Secretary of the country on July 15,2024. Vikram Misri is 1989-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer. He was born on April 7, 1964, in Jammu and Kashmir. He completed his early education at Scindia School and graduated from Hindu College, Delhi University. He did an MBA and then shifted to civil services. After clearing the competitive exams, he joined the IFS and has since then held various roles in the Ministry of External Affairs, ranging from Under Secretary to Director. Serving Three Prime Ministers Misri was Private Secretary to three Indian Prime Ministers. From 1997 to March 1998, he worked with Prime Minister Inder Kumar Gujral. Later, he served under Prime Minister Manmohan Singh from October 2012 to May 2014, and briefly under Prime Minister Narendra Modi from May 2014 to July 2014. Expertise In China Affairs He is known for his expertise on China. Vikram Misri was appointed as India's Ambassador to China in 2018. He played an important role particularly during the 2020 Galwan Valley clashes between Indian and Chinese forces in Ladakh. Misri was also part of several rounds of diplomatic talks after tensions. Misri has represented India in various missions like Europe, Africa, Asia, and North America. He has handled global diplomatic challenges for India. As Ambassador to China, Misri contributed to different missions for the nation.
Economic Times
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
All about Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, who briefed the media on Operation Sindoor
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, along with Colonel Sophia Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, jointly addressed the media today on Operation Sindoor, under which India launched missile strikes on terror launchpads deep inside Pakistan. ADVERTISEMENT Check Live Updates Misri described the operation as 'measured, non-escalatory, proportionate, and responsible.' Referring to the UN Security Council's statement on the Pahalgam terror attack, he said it emphasized the need to bring the "perpetrators, organisers, financiers, and sponsors of this reprehensible act of terrorism" to justice. He stressed that India's actions should be viewed in this context. 'Despite a fortnight having passed since the attack, there has been no demonstrable action from Pakistan against the terrorist infrastructure on its soil or territories under its control. Instead, it has resorted to denial and baseless allegations,' he intelligence inputs, Misri added that Pakistan-based terror modules were planning further attacks, making it necessary to preempt and deter. ADVERTISEMENT Vikram Misri was appointed as India's 35th Foreign Secretary on 15 July 2024, following a distinguished three-decade career in diplomacy and public service. Born on 7 November 1964 in Srinagar, Misri completed his early education in Jammu and Kashmir, later attending Scindia School, Gwalior. He holds a Bachelor's degree in History from Hindu College, University of Delhi, and an MBA from XLRI, Jamshedpur. Before joining the Indian Foreign Service in 1989, he worked for three years in the advertising sector, including stints at Lintas India and Contract Advertising. ADVERTISEMENT A career diplomat, Misri has served in various capacities across the Ministry of External Affairs, the Prime Minister's Office, and Indian missions in Europe, Africa, Asia, and North notable assignments include: ADVERTISEMENT Serving on the Pakistan desk at the MEA Staff roles with Foreign Ministers I.K. Gujral and Pranab Mukherjee Private Secretary to three Prime Ministers: I.K. Gujral, Manmohan Singh, and Narendra Modi Ambassadorial postings in Spain, Myanmar, and China (2019–2021) Deputy High Commissioner in Sri Lanka and Consul General in Munich Deputy National Security Adviser (Strategic Affairs) from January 2022 to June 2024 Fluent in Hindi, English, and Kashmiri, with working knowledge of French, Misri is also a Kamalnayan Bajaj Fellow of the Aspen Institute's India Leadership Initiative. He is married to Dolly Misri and has two children. ADVERTISEMENT
