IES Officer Dr. Prasanna V. Salian Assumes Role of Director General at NDB Shanghai
IES officer Dr. Prasanna V. Salian from DEA joins NDB Shanghai as Director General, strengthening India's footprint in global multilateral finance.
Dr. Prasanna V. Salian, an Indian Economic Service officer from the Department of Economic Affairs, has reportedly taken charge as Director General of the New Development Bank in Shanghai. The NDB, often described as the BRICS development bank, plays a pivotal role in financing infrastructure and sustainable development projects across member nations. Dr. Salian's appointment to this multilateral position reflects India's continued engagement with international financial institutions. The DEA regularly deputes senior officers to such organisations to strengthen New Delhi's influence in global economic governance.
