Having spent many years in the complicated world of talking with other countries, he is a well respected, retired Indian diplomat. His time working, like an interesting movie, has many important times and big wins. People he worked with often say he was very good at his job, showing how much he cared and how skilled he was. During his time working, he spoke for India at many world events, helping with important talks and deals. His work, over many years, had him involved in events that changed how India deals with other countries. As someone he worked with said in 2010, "He has a special mix of thinking ahead and being good at talking to people." From dealing with tricky problems like in an exciting movie, to helping groups work together like in a happy movie, his career is full of different experiences. He worked well in different countries, like when he was India's Ambassador to Australia, and his help was very important. He stopped working in 2023, which ends a time period, but what he did still encourages others who do the same job. He leaves behind a history of always caring about India and being honest, making him someone respected in the world of talking with other countries.