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Indra Mani Pandey Takes Charge as BIMSTEC Secretary General.

Appointments | Dated: 06 Jan 2026

Ambassador Indra Mani Pandey has officially assumed the charge of Secretary General of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) in Dhaka. He is the first Indian to hold this prestigious post. He succeeds Tenzin Lekphell of Bhutan.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Prior to this, Pandey served as India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva.
  • His tenure will focus on strengthening regional connectivity and trade among the seven member nations.
  • BIMSTEC members include Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Appointee: Indra Mani Pandey.
  • Role: Secretary General.
  • Significance: First Indian SG.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who has become the first Indian to take charge as the Secretary General of BIMSTEC?

Correct Answer: Indra Mani Pandey

🚀 Quick Recap:

About BIMSTEC

  • Secretariat – Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Founded – 1997 (Bangkok Declaration)