MA (English Literature). Indian Diplomat 1975-2011 Deputy Narional Security Adviser 2011-2013 Indian Ambassador to Portugal (2004-2006) and Thailand (2007-2009) Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs, India - 2010-2011. Commissioner, Global Commission on Internet Governance - 2014-2016 Co-Chair, Global Commission on the Stability of Cyberspace - 2017-to date. Chair, Deccan Heritage Foundation India - 2013- to date. Distinguished Fellow, East West Institute, U.S. - 2013 -to date. Distinguished Fellow, Observer Research Foundation - 2013-to date Independent Director - JANA SF BANK 2014-to date Independent Director - ADC Communications India - 2020 Expertise International Affairs Strategic Issues Cyber Policy Issues Internet Governance Cyber Norms International Peace and Security Arts and Culture Corporate Governance