Who Is Inbasekar Sundaramurthi? 2004-Batch IFS Officer Named India’s Next Ambassador to Senegal
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on November 2, 2026, announced the appointment of senior diplomat Inbasekar Sundaramurthi, a 2004-batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, as India’s next Ambassador to the Republic of Senegal.
Sundaramurthi is currently serving as the Consul General of India in Barcelona, Spain, and is expected to assume his new assignment in Senegal shortly. With over two decades of experience in the Indian Foreign Service, he has served in several Indian diplomatic missions across Europe, Africa and Asia.
His career also includes important assignments at the Ministry of External Affairs headquarters in New Delhi, where he has handled responsibilities across various geographical and functional divisions.
His appointment to Senegal marks another significant milestone in a diplomatic career encompassing bilateral engagement, economic cooperation and India’s international outreach.
Who Is Inbasekar Sundaramurthi?
Inbasekar Sundaramurthi is a 2004-batch Indian Foreign Service officer who has represented India 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 professional experience spans bilateral diplomacy, international cooperation and policy-related responsibilities at the MEA headquarters. Born on February 15, 1978, in Tamil Nadu, Sundaramurthi joined the Indian Foreign Service on September 13, 2004.
Over the years, he has acquired extensive experience in managing diplomatic assignments across diverse geographical regions, preparing him for another important responsibility as India’s Ambassador to Senegal.
Educational Background and Language Proficiency
Sundaramurthi holds a Bachelor of Technology degree in Industrial Biotechnology. His academic background in the technical discipline preceded his entry into the diplomatic service, where he subsequently developed a career in international relations and foreign policy.
He is fluent in French, English, Hindi and Tamil. His multilingual abilities have supported his professional engagements across different countries and diplomatic environments.
Diplomatic Career and International Assignments
Throughout his career, Sundaramurthi has served in Indian diplomatic missions across Europe, Africa and Asia. 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 relating to India’s economic and commercial engagement with the country.
At the MEA headquarters in New Delhi, he has also worked in several important divisions, including:
Americas Division
Conference Cell
Southern Division
Indo-Pacific Division
These assignments provided him with exposure to a broad range of India’s foreign policy priorities, including regional diplomacy, international cooperation and multilateral engagement. His experience across these divisions has contributed to a well-rounded understanding of India’s diplomatic interests and its engagement with different parts of the world.
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. These assignments involved representing India’s diplomatic interests and managing bilateral engagement with the two Pacific nations.
His tenure in the region added an important dimension to his diplomatic experience, particularly in relation to India’s outreach and cooperation with countries in the wider Indo-Pacific region.
Became the First Consul General of India in Barcelona
In August 2024, Sundaramurthi assumed charge as the Consul General of India in Barcelona, Spain, becoming the first Consul General to head the newly established Consulate General of India in the city.
His appointment marked an important development in India’s diplomatic presence in Barcelona, providing a dedicated institutional platform for consular services and engagement with Spanish stakeholders.
During his tenure, he has represented India’s interests and overseen responsibilities associated with the functioning of the consulate. He will now move to Senegal, where he is expected to take charge as India’s next Ambassador.
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 Ambassador to Senegal, the 2004-batch diplomat is set to undertake another significant international assignment.
His experience across multiple diplomatic missions, senior administrative responsibilities and key MEA divisions is expected to provide a strong foundation for his new role in strengthening India’s engagement with the West African nation.
