Who Is Inbasekar Sundaramurthi? 2004-Batch IFS Officer Appointed India’s Next Ambassador to Senegal
Senior diplomat Inbasekar Sundaramurthi, a 2004-batch IFS officer and currently India’s Consul General in Barcelona, has been appointed the next Ambassador to Senegal. Know about his education, diplomatic career and previous international assignments.
The senior diplomat, currently serving as India’s Consul General in Barcelona, has been appointed the country’s next Ambassador to Senegal. With over two decades of diplomatic experience, Sundaramurthi has previously served as India’s High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands and held assignments in France, Russia, Belgium, Pakistan and Côte d’Ivoire.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on November 2, 2026, announced the appointment of senior diplomat Inbasekar Sundaramurthi (IFS, 2004 batch) as India’s next Ambassador to the Republic of Senegal.
Sundaramurthi is currently serving as Consul General of India at the Consulate General of India in Barcelona, Spain. He is expected to assume his new diplomatic assignment in Senegal shortly.
With more than two decades of experience in the Indian Foreign Service, Sundaramurthi has represented India at several overseas missions and handled important responsibilities across various divisions of the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi. His appointment to Senegal marks another significant international assignment in a diplomatic career spanning Europe, Africa, Asia and the Pacific region.
Who Is Inbasekar Sundaramurthi?
Inbasekar Sundaramurthi is a 2004-batch Indian Foreign Service officer who has served in several countries, including France, Côte d’Ivoire, Pakistan, Belgium and the Russian Federation. Before his current assignment in Barcelona, he served as India’s High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.
His diplomatic experience encompasses bilateral relations, economic and commercial cooperation, consular affairs and India’s engagement with different geographical regions.Born on February 15, 1978, in Tamil Nadu, Sundaramurthi joined the Indian Foreign Service on September 13, 2004.
Education and Early Background
Sundaramurthi holds a Bachelor of Technology degree in Industrial Biotechnology. His academic background in engineering and technology preceded his entry into the diplomatic service.
Over the years, he has developed experience in international relations, diplomatic negotiations and India’s engagement with partner countries.He is proficient in four languages: French, English, Hindi and Tamil. His knowledge of French has also been relevant to his diplomatic assignments in French-speaking countries.
Diplomatic Career and International Postings
Throughout his career, Sundaramurthi has served in Indian diplomatic missions across Europe, Africa and Asia, gaining experience in diverse political, economic and cultural environments. His overseas assignments have included France, Côte d’Ivoire, Pakistan, Belgium and the Russian Federation.
During his tenure in Russia, he served as Counsellor for Economic, Commercial and Trade matters, handling responsibilities related to India’s economic and commercial engagement with the country.
At the MEA headquarters in New Delhi, he has worked in several important divisions, including:
* Americas Division: Associated with India’s diplomatic engagement with countries across the American continents.
* Conference Cell: Handled responsibilities connected with international conferences and diplomatic engagements.
* Southern Division: Worked on matters concerning India’s relations with countries in the region.
* Indo-Pacific Division: Associated with India’s diplomatic and strategic engagement across the Indo-Pacific region.These assignments provided him with exposure to different aspects of India’s foreign policy and international cooperation.
Served as India’s High Commissioner to Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands
Before moving to Spain, Sundaramurthi served as India’s High Commissioner to the Independent State of Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.
During these assignments, he was responsible for representing India’s interests and strengthening bilateral engagement with the two Pacific nations. His experience in the region added another dimension to his diplomatic career, particularly in India’s engagement with Pacific Island countries.
Appointed First Consul General of India in Barcelona
In August 2024, Sundaramurthi assumed charge as Consul General of India in Barcelona, Spain. He became the first Consul General at the newly established Consulate General of India in the city.
His assignment involved representing India and strengthening diplomatic, economic and consular engagement with Spain, particularly in the region covered by the consulate.
As the head of the newly established diplomatic mission, he was entrusted with responsibilities relating to consular services, engagement with local authorities and the promotion of India-Spain relations.He is currently serving in Barcelona and is now set to move to Senegal for his next diplomatic assignment.
Personal Life
Inbasekar Sundaramurthi is married to Pooja, and the couple has a son and a daughter. He speaks French, English, Hindi and Tamil.
With his appointment as India’s next Ambassador to Senegal, the 2004-batch IFS officer is set to take on another important diplomatic responsibility. His experience across multiple countries and key divisions of the MEA is expected to inform his forthcoming assignment in the West African nation.
