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S Jaishankar has been India's External Affairs Minister since May 30, 2019, and is a Member of the Rajya Sabha, representing the state of Gujarat.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended heartfelt birthday greetings to External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar, praising his diligent service to the nation and his efforts in bolstering India's foreign relations.

Taking to the social media platform X, PM Modi wrote, "Birthday wishes to EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar Ji. He has diligently served the nation and worked towards strengthening our foreign relations. I pray that he is blessed with a long and healthy life."

Birthday wishes to EAM Dr. S. Jaishankar Ji. He has diligently served the nation and worked towards strengthening our foreign relations. I pray that he is blessed with a long and healthy life. @DrSJaishankar

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 9, 2025

Devendra Phadnavis wishes S. Jaishankar on X.

Heartiest birthday greetings to Hon’ble External Affairs Minister of India @DrSJaishankar ji! Wishing you a long life and good health!
केंद्रीय मंत्री डॉ. एस. जयशंकर जी को जन्मदिन की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं! pic.twitter.com/hFzKXXNEEH

— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) January 9, 2025

EAM Jaishankar has been India's External Affairs Minister since May 30, 2019, and is a Member of the Rajya Sabha, representing the state of Gujarat.

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan wishes S. Jaishankar on X.

Warm greetings to EAM @DrSJaishankar ji on his birthday.

He is making remarkable efforts to strengthen India’s relations with the world as well as advance India’s global stature. Wishing him good health and happiness. pic.twitter.com/NBCjCMvqrY

— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) January 9, 2025

With a distinguished career in diplomacy, he has served as India's Foreign Secretary (2015–2018) and held key ambassadorial positions, including Ambassador to the United States (2013–2015), China (2009–2013), and the Czech Republic (2000–2004). Additionally, he was India's High Commissioner to Singapore (2007–2009) and has undertaken various significant assignments in Moscow, Colombo, Budapest, and Tokyo.

Kiren Rijiju wishes S. Jaishankar on X.

Wishing a very happy birthday to my Cabinet Colleague, Minister of External Affairs @DrSJaishankar ji. His tireless efforts & adroit handling of India's global interests have earned respect & admiration worldwide.
May this special day bring him joy & good health for more success pic.twitter.com/xfNZiLFbJn

— Kiren Rijiju (@KirenRijiju) January 9, 2025

Abdulnasser Alshaali wished EAM S. Jaishankar on X.

भारत के विदेश मंत्री @DrSJaishankar को जन्मदिन की ढेरों शुभकामनाएँ। आपके अच्छे स्वास्थ्य और सफलता की कामना करता हूँ। उम्मीद है कि हम मिलकर #यूएई-#भारत संबंधों को और मजबूत करेंगे। pic.twitter.com/pAqg9Rs8Go

— Abdulnasser Alshaali عبدالناصر الشعالي (@aj_alshaali) January 9, 2025

EAM Jaishankar's academic credentials are equally impressive. He graduated from St. Stephen's College, University of Delhi, and holds a Master's degree in Political Science, along with an M.Phil. and Ph.D. in International Relations from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi.

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In recognition of his contributions, he was honoured with the Padma Shri award in 2019. A prolific writer, S. Jaishankar has authored acclaimed books, including The India Way: Strategies for an Uncertain World (2020) and Why Bharat Matters (2024). Dr Jaishankar's leadership continues to strengthen the nation's foreign policy initiatives.