Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Vijay Keshav Gokhale |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm |
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| Weight | 75 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | The University of Delhi |
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| Educational Qualification | MA in History |
Personal Life
| Nationality | Indian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married | ||||
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| Wife/Spouse | Vandana Gokhale | ||||
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Family
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Chitpavan Brahmin |
Career
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Favourites
| Favourite Leader | Mahatma Gandhi |
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| Favourite Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| Gokhale, a member of the 1981 Indian Foreign Service batch, became India's Foreign Secretary in January 2018. | |
| He successfully managed delicate diplomatic negotiations in Beijing during the Doklam crisis, earning widespread recognition. | |
| Known for being a "traditionalist" diplomat, he is termed as one who abides by rules and operates discreetly by his colleagues. | |
| With extensive experience in East Asia, especially China, he has a deep understanding of the region. | |
| Gokhale is fluent in the Chinese language, contributing to his effectiveness in international relations. | |
| During his Ambassadorship to Germany from 2013 to 2016, PM Modi commended his work, particularly for organizing the PM's visit to inaugurate Hanover-Messe in 2015, where the "Make in India" campaign was introduced. | |
| His diplomatic career includes roles in Indian missions in Hong Kong, Hanoi, Beijing, and New York. |
