New Delhi: Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer Nidhi Tewari has been appointed as the Private Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to an official order issued by the government. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved her appointment with immediate effect, as per a memorandum released by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) on March 29.
Who is Nidhi Tewari?
Nidhi Tewari is a seasoned diplomat who has been serving in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) as Deputy Secretary since November 2022. Before joining the PMO, she worked as Under Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs’ (MEA) Disarmament and International Security Affairs Division, handling critical international security matters.
Her elevation to the role of Private Secretary to the Prime Minister marks a significant career milestone, reflecting her extensive experience in diplomatic and administrative affairs.
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Why is This Appointment Significant?
As Private Secretary to PM Modi, Nidhi Tewari will play a key role in managing high-level communications, coordinating policy matters, and assisting in the Prime Minister’s daily administrative functions. Her appointment underscores the government’s emphasis on experienced diplomatic officers in crucial administrative roles.
This move also highlights the increasing role of IFS officers in key positions within the Prime Minister’s Office, further strengthening India’s strategic governance framework.
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