10 things about Nagma Mohamed Mallick, India's ambassador to Poland

Nagma Mohamed Mallick, India’s current Ambassador to Poland, has had a distinguished career in diplomacy, marked by a series of prominent roles both within India and abroad.

Joining the Indian Foreign Service in 1991, Mallick has built an impressive resume through her work in key diplomatic positions, including postings in Paris, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Tunisia, and Brunei.

Known for her expertise in managing bilateral relations and her leadership in various diplomatic missions, Mallick continues to play a crucial role in strengthening India’s international presence and fostering global partnerships.

Here are ten key details about her work and personal life:

1. Nagma Mohamed Mallick started her diplomatic career in Paris, working at the Indian Embassy to the French Republic and the Indian Mission to UNESCO.

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2. In India, she held various roles, including Desk Officer in the West Europe Division of the Ministry of External Affairs, and as part of Prime Minister I.K. Gujral’s personal staff. She was also the first woman Deputy Chief of Protocol (Ceremonial).

3. Mallick served as First Secretary in Nepal and as Counsellor in Sri Lanka. She returned to Delhi as Deputy Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs.

4. She managed India’s relations with Russia and CIS countries as Director in the Eurasia Division.

5. From July 2010 to September 2012, she was Deputy Chief of Mission at the Indian Embassy in Thailand.

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6. Mallick served as India’s Ambassador to Tunisia from October 2012 to November 2015.

7. She was the High Commissioner of India to Brunei Darussalam from December 2015 to December 2018.

8. From February 2019 to January 2020, she led the Policy Planning Division of the Ministry and was Additional Secretary (Africa) until August 2021, overseeing relations with Eastern and Southern African countries.

9. She is currently serving as the Ambassador of India to Poland.

10. Mallick joined the Indian Foreign Service in 1991. She has a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and a Master’s degree in Sociology. Fluent in English, French, Hindi, Urdu, and Malayalam, she is also interested in Indian classical dance and music, English literature, fitness, and nutrition. She is married with two children.