Amararam Gujar appointed as next High Commissioner of India to Malawi

ANI April 15, 2025 128 views

The Indian Foreign Service has appointed Amararam Gujar as the next High Commissioner to Malawi, marking a significant diplomatic engagement. Gujar, currently serving as Deputy Chief of Mission in Rome, brings extensive diplomatic experience to the role. India and Malawi have maintained cordial relations since Malawi's independence in 1964, with diplomatic missions evolving over the decades. This appointment underscores India's continued commitment to strengthening bilateral ties in southeastern Africa.

"Amararam Gujar (IFS: 2008), presently Deputy Chief of Mission, Rome" - Ministry of External Affairs
New Delhi, April 15: Indian Foreign Service officer Amararam Gujar was on Tuesday appointed as India's next High Commissioner to Malawi, a country in southeastern Africa.

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Experienced IFS officer takes diplomatic post in southeastern African nation

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India-Malawi relations date back to 1964 independence

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Diplomatic mission re-established in 2012 after previous closure

Kumar is presently serving as Deputy Chief of Mission, Rome.

"Amararam Gujar (IFS: 2008), presently Deputy Chief of Mission, Rome, has been appointed as the next High Commissioner of India to the Republic of Malawi," the Ministry of External Affairs said in a release on Tuesday.

He is expected to take up the assignment shortly.

According to MEA, India and Malawi shares cordial and friendly bilateral relations. India established diplomatic relations with Malawi immediately after its Independence in 1964.

Subsequently, a resident Mission in Malawi was established; however, due to some administrative reasons, the High Commission in Malawi was closed in 1993, though India continued to have diplomatic relations with Malawi, the MeA said.

Malawi was concurrently accredited to India's Mission in Zambia until February 2012. The resident mission was re-opened in March, 2012. Malawi opened its Mission in Delhi in February, 2007, it said.

Reader Comments

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Priya K.
Congratulations to Mr. Gujar on this important appointment! đź‘Ź India-Malawi relations have such an interesting history. Hope this strengthens our ties further.
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Rahul S.
Interesting to learn about the diplomatic history between India and Malawi. Didn't know our relations go back to 1964! Wishing Mr. Gujar success in his new role.
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Anjali M.
While I appreciate the appointment news, I wish the article had included more about Mr. Gujar's background and achievements. What makes him particularly suited for this role?
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Vikram P.
Malawi is such a beautiful country! Hope this appointment leads to more cultural exchanges between our nations. Maybe we'll see more Malawian students coming to India for education.
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Sunita R.
The diplomatic ping-pong of opening and closing missions is fascinating! Shows how international relations evolve over time. Best wishes to the new High Commissioner!
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Karan D.
Moving from Rome to Malawi will be quite a change! Hope Mr. Gujar enjoys his new posting and helps strengthen India's presence in Africa. 🇮🇳🤝🇲🇼

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