Sudhakar Dalela Assumes Office as Indian Ambassador to Nepal

  • 07 Nov 2026

On November 6, 2026, Sudhakar Dalela formally assumed charge as the Ambassador of India by presenting his credentials to the President of Nepal, Ram Chandra Poudel.

Key Facts

  • Previous Ambassadorship: Sudhakar Dalela served as India’s Ambassador to Bhutan from 2022 to 2025.
  • Previous Assignment: Dalela served as Secretary (Economic Relations) in the Ministry of External Affairs from September 1, 2025.
  • Diplomatic Experience: He oversaw India–Nepal and India–Bhutan relations while serving as Director and Joint Secretary in the Northern Division of the Ministry of External Affairs.
  • Other Key Postings: Dalela has also served in the Prime Minister's Office, India's Permanent Mission to the WTO, and Indian diplomatic missions in the United States.