Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday lauded External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar for elevating India’s global standing in his birthday message for the former diplomat.
Majhi wished the EAM good health, happiness, and success.
“Warm birthday wishes to @DrSJaishankar Ji, Hon’ble External Affairs Minister of India. Your exceptional leadership and steadfast efforts in elevating India’s global standing are truly commendable. May this year bring you good health, happiness and continued success,” the CM posted on social media platform X.
Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended birthday greetings to EAM Jaishankar, praising his diligent service to the nation and his efforts in bolstering India’s foreign relations.
“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,” the PM wrote on X.
Responding to the PM’s wishes, the EAM expressed gratitude for being a part of his team, “Thank you, PM Narendra Modi, for your good wishes. It’s a great privilege to be a member of your team,” he wrote.
EAM Jaishankar has been India’s External Affairs Minister since May 30, 2019, which representing Gujarat in Rajya Sabha.
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.
He was honoured with the Padma Shri award in 2019 in recognition of his contributions.
A prolific writer, Jaishankar has authored acclaimed books, including The India Way: Strategies for an Uncertain World (2020) and Why Bharat Matters (2024).
