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Faculty members and students of Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi, visited SSIFS for an engaging interaction with the Dean on Indian Foreign Policy. The Dean was felicitated on the occasion.
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A delegation from OP Jindal Global University visited SSIFS, where Dean SSIFS, Amb. Raj Kumar Srivastava, addressed them on “The Making of a Diplomat: Diplomacy & Foreign Policy”, highlighting the vision of Viksit Bharat and India’s evolving role in global affairs. 🇮🇳
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The diplomats from the League of Arab States, who are presently undergoing training at SSIFS, called on Hon'ble EAM Dr S.Jaishankar today.
Pleased to meet a group of diplomats from the League of Arab States undergoing training at @SSIFS_MEA ✅ Discussed the far reaching impact of ongoing conflicts and the transformative role of technology in shaping today’s world. ✅ As neighbours & Global South partners, underlined the need for close economic cooperation to overcome chokepoints and neutralize unfair leverages. ✅ Encouraged them to use their time in India to deepen their understanding of the country and its people. Wished them a rewarding and enriching experience.
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Pleased to meet a group of diplomats from the League of Arab States undergoing training at @SSIFS_MEA ✅ Discussed the far reaching impact of ongoing conflicts and the transformative role of technology in shaping today’s world. ✅ As neighbours & Global South partners, underlined the need for close economic cooperation to overcome chokepoints and neutralize unfair leverages. ✅ Encouraged them to use their time in India to deepen their understanding of the country and its people. Wished them a rewarding and enriching experience.
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SSIFS conducted an orientation programme for 25 young Indian diaspora visitors from 16 countries during the 90th edition of the KIP today. Amb. Raj Kumar Srivastava, Dean (SSIFS), delivered a presentation on "Bharat: Land of Knowledge".
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The 45 mins presentation by @rajks73 highlighted the strengths of their “motherland” through the vibrant energy of "Bharat", powered by Sanskrit & the wisdom of the Vedas and Upanishads. He also focused on Chanakya's principles of Peace, Prosperity & Pride governing the nation.
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In the second session, Dr Vidushi Chaturvedi talked about how India is leveraging DPI in the service of mankind and how the country is progressing steadily on its journey towards Viksit Bharat.
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The Special Course for Diplomats from League of Arab States(LAS) was inaugurated by Amb Raj Kumar Srivastava, Dean(SSIFS) in presence of Mr Yusuf Mohamed Abdulla Jameel, Ambassador of LAS in New Delhi at SSIFS today. 29 diplomats are participating in the program.
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This program emanated from the MoU signed between SSIFS & LAS, Secretariat following the 2nd FMM meeting hosted by Hon'ble EAM in on 30 January 2026 in Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
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In opening remarks, Amb Srivastava said that India's relation with LAS can be viewed in terms of "Shared Mutual Security, Shared Prosperity & Shared Global Responsibility". Amb Jameel conveyed his appreciation & gratitude to the Govt of India for this training program.
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Dean SSIFS Amb Raj Srivastava @rajks73 conferred Valedictory certificates to 34 Egyptian diplomats for successfully completing their training at @SSIFS_MEA today. Amb Srivastava congratulated them & extended his wishes for their future diplomatic endeavours.
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The IFS Officers of 2011 batch who are participating in the Mid-Career Training Program (MCTP) - II at SSIFS_MEA got an opportunity to Call On Hon EAM Dr S.Jaishankar.
Pleased to interact with IFS Officers of 2011 batch participating in the Mid-Career Training Program (MCTP) - II. Spoke about the nature of multipolarity of international order, Neighbourhood First and de-risking of supply chains. And the importance of navigating societies, trends and developing regional focus for our diplomacy. Best wishes to the participants as they take on greater responsibilities.
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The 34 IFS Officers of 2011 batch called on Foreign Secretary, Shri Vikram Misri on 8th October as part of their MCTP-II being organized at SSIFS. FS highlighted the importance of progressive learning and developing deep expertise in different aspects of diplomatic work.
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He also underscored the importance of developing a resilient outlook to live with the turbulence over a long period of time. Citizen-centric diplomacy with the Viksit Bharat mind-set was the key message of the one-hour long interaction.
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SSIFS concluded its three day training programme for the 2023 & 2024 Batch Indian Railway Management Service (Traffic) officer trainees today. Amb Nilakshi Saha Sinha, Joint Secretary(SSIFS) delivered the Valedictory Address & presided over the certificate distribution ceremony
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SSIFS commenced the three-day training programme for 61 officials from the Indian Railways Management Service(Traffic) on 06 Oct, 2026. Amb Raj Kumar Srivastava, Dean(SSIFS) inaugurated the program with the session on the “Guiding Principles of Indian Foreign Policy.”
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The session focused on the Thematic categories of Indian Diplomacy, 5Ts or pillars connecting India’s foreign policy to citizens’ and states’ aspirations and the significance of the Indian Knowledge Systems in contemporary times.
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The Special Course for Diplomats from Egypt was inaugurated by Amb Raj Kumar Srivastava, Dean(SSIFS) at @SSIFS_MEA today. 34 diplomats are participating in the program. In the inaugural session, Amb Srivastava gave an overview of SSIFS. 🇮🇳 🤝 🇪🇬
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He also talked about the thematic categories of diplomacy, theories of international relations & Guiding Principles of Indian Foreign Policy, Global South's Human Centric Growth Model, core dimensions of its Resilience & Govt of India's initiatives (ISA, CDRI, IBCA, GBA)
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The session focused on the Thematic categories of Indian Diplomacy, 5Ts or pillars connecting India’s foreign policy to citizens’ and states’ aspirations and the significance of the Indian Knowledge Systems in contemporary times.
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