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Chevalier de la Legion d’ Honneur France

  • 22 Feb 2024

On 20th February, 2024, Shashi Tharoor awarded Chevalier de la Legion d’ Honneur France in August 2022.

  • Formal conferring of the honour took place at the French embassy in Delhi.
  • Tharoor's admiration for French democracy stems from his UN tenure.
  • He emphasizes the natural partnership between France and India in uncertain times.
  • The ceremony underscores the strengthening ties between the two nations.
  • Tharoor's recognition reflects his contributions to international diplomacy.