Quick Info
| Profession | IFS Officer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 28/07/1965 |
| Age | 61 years |
| Birthplace | Patna, Bihar |
Latest News about Sanjay Kumar Verma
02/01/2025
Sanjay Kumar Verma assumed the role of Chairman of the Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS) in January 2025. The appointment marked his shift from diplomatic postings to leading an Indian policy research institution focused on development and international economic issues.
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Wife | Gunjan Verma |
Relationships & More
| Children | 1 |
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Family
| Spouse | Gunjan Verma |
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| Children | Son - 1, Daughter - 1 |
Career
| Service | Indian Foreign Service (IFS) |
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| Batch | 1988 |
| Service Years | 1988-present |
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Social Media
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjay-kumar-verma-b176a7139 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sanjay Verma, starting his diplomatic career in 1988, is recognized as India's senior-most serving diplomat as of 2024. | |
| 2. He has a keen interest in Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and Cyber Diplomacy, focusing on enhancing people-centric services through technology. | |
| 3. Sanjay is multilingual, proficient in Hindi, English, and Mandarin. | |
| 4. He was positioned as India’s High Commissioner in Ottawa during a significant political incident involving Khalistani militants in 2023. | |
| 5. Following tensions between India and Canada, he was among the diplomats recalled from Canada in October 2024. |