PM to Young Diplomats: Build Bonds Beyond Boardrooms
What Happened
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the 2025 batch of IFS officer trainees to build strong grassroots connections in their countries of posting and engage with local communities beyond traditional diplomatic circles. He also asked them to leverage technology, innovation and effective communication to strengthen India's global outreach and economic engagement.
Key Takeaways
India wants its diplomats to focus more on people-to-people ties, digital diplomacy and economic partnerships, expanding engagement beyond governments to communities and young citizens worldwide.