Petal Gahlot

Diplomat

Indian New Delhi, India

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Quick Info

ProfessionDiplomat
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth23/11/1989
Age36 years
BirthplaceNew Delhi, India

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Bio/Wiki

Profession(s)
  • Diplomat
  • Blogger
  • Musician
Known forDelivering a strong rebuttal to Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the United Nations General Assembly, 2025

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 7" (170 cm)
Eye ColorLight Brown
Hair ColorMedium Brown

Educational Qualification(s)

College/University
  • St Xavier’s College, Mumbai
  • Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Delhi
  • Middlebury Institute of International Studies, Monterey, California
Degree(s)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Sociology and French Literature (2005-2010) from St Xavier’s College
  • Master of Arts in Political Science (2010-2010) from Lady Shri Ram College for Women
  • Master of Arts in Language Interpretation and Translation (2018-2020) from Middlebury Institute of International Studies
  • Master of Arts in Political Science (2010-2012) from Lady Shri Ram College for Women

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
Hobbies
  • Singing
  • Writing
  • Reading

Relationships & More

FatherSanjay Gahlot (Retired Army Official, Musician)
SiblingsSahir Gahlot

Career

OverviewPetal Gahlot is a prominent Indian Foreign Service diplomat currently serving as the First Secretary at India’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York. She began her journey in diplomacy with the Indian Foreign Service in 2015.
Roles
  • Under Secretary in India’s Ministry of External Affairs, focusing on the Europe West division and handling postings in Indian missions abroad.
  • First Secretary at India’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations, overseeing India's representation and communications in various meetings.
  • Advisor at the United Nations, facilitating briefings and formal interventions.
  • Assistant Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi.
  • Third and Second Secretary at the Embassy of India in Paris.
  • Consul at the Consulate General of India in San Francisco.
  • First Secretary at India’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations since July 2023, overseeing India's representation and communications in various meetings.
  • Advisor at the United Nations since September 2024, facilitating briefings and formal interventions.
  • Under Secretary in India’s Ministry of External Affairs from June 2020 to July 2023, focusing on the Europe West division and handling postings in Indian missions abroad including Paris and San Francisco.
Achievements
  • Gained public attention for her sharp rebuttal at the UN General Assembly in September 2025, addressing allegations made by Pakistan's Prime Minister.
  • Pursued her passion for languages and international relations through extensive education and training.

Favourites

MusicOften shares guitar performances online, viral for songs like 'Bella Ciao', 'Kabira', and 'Lost On You' by LP.
WritingMaintains a blog 'The Scorpion’s Opinion', documenting her travels.

Style Quotient

Fashion SenseNot explicitly mentioned.

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/petalgahlot/
Twitterhttps://x.com/petal_gahlot
LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/petal-gahlot-3564aa357/

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Petal was raised in a family dedicated to public service, inspired by her father's career.
2. Developed an interest in foreign languages and international affairs during her schooling.
3. Participated actively in debates during college, enhancing her public speaking skills.
4. Trained in diplomatic communication and UN procedures prior to overseas assignments.
5. Cultivated her musical talents alongside her diplomatic career, often collaborating with her father.
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