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Jaishankar engaged with Kautilya Fellows on India’s expanding global role in economics, development, and polar research. He emphasized how the world’s perception of India has shifted positively over time. The minister linked India’s youth demographic to the Arctic’s geopolitical and economic significance. His remarks underscored India’s long-term polar commitments and emerging Arctic collaborations.

Key Points: Jaishankar Engages Kautilya Fellows on India's Global Rise

  • Jaishankar highlights India’s role as a first responder and talent hub
  • Stresses Arctic policy’s global economic implications
  • Notes 40-year Antarctic engagement
  • Links youth demographic to polar region’s future
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Jaishankar interacts with scholars of 4th Kautilya Fellows Program, highlights India's rising capabilities and its contribution to world

EAM Jaishankar discusses India's growing global influence as an economic power, development partner, and Arctic stakeholder with Kautilya Fellows.

"Given the Arctic’s trajectory, its impact will be global, making it everyone’s concern. – S Jaishankar"

New Delhi, May 5

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar interacted with scholars of the 4th Kautilya Fellows Program 2025 and highlighted India's rising capabilities and deepening contribution to the world as an economic player, first responder and development partner. He mentioned how the world's perspective about India has evolved over the years.

In a post on X, Jaishankar stated, "Pleased to join @swapan55 for an interaction with scholars of 4th Kautilya Fellows Program 2025. Spoke about India's rising capabilities and our deepening contribution to the world - as an economic player, a development partner, a talent hub and a first responder. And how the world's perception of India has evolved over the years."

The 4th edition of the Kautilya Fellows Programme, a year-long fellowship on Contemporary India Studies, has been announced by India Foundation in association with the Ministry of External Affairs.

According to a statement from the Consulate General of India in Houston, the Kautilya Fellows Programme (KFP) is a prestigious year-long fellowship that delves into the intricacies of Contemporary India Studies. The 4th edition of KFP commences with a 6-day on-site study program in New Delhi, followed by virtual intellectual engagements throughout the year.

On Sunday, EAM Jaishankar highlighted India's expanding engagement in polar regions, noting that the country has been active in the Antarctic for over four decades and has recently strengthened its Arctic involvement through a dedicated policy and international collaborations.

Emphasising the importance of the Arctic, Jaishankar said that as one of the world's youngest countries, India's future is closely tied to what happens in the region, which will have global consequences.

Speaking at the Arctic Circle IndiaForum 2025, the Union Minister said, "We have had a growing involvement with the Arctic. We had an even earlier involvement with the Antarctic, which is now more than 40 years. We have come up a few years ago with an Arctic policy. We have agreements with KSAT on Svalbard, which is relevant to our space. As the country with the most young people on this planet, what happens in the Arctic is of extreme importance to us...Given the direction in which things are moving, the consequences are going to be felt not just by us but by the entire world."

"Given the Arctic's trajectory, its impact will be global, making it everyone's concern. Warming is opening new routes, while technological and resource dimensions are set to reshape the global economy. For India, this matters deeply as our economic growth accelerates," Jaishankar said. The EAM further said that the Arctic's future is closely tied to global developments, including shifting dynamics within the US political landscape.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Dr. Jaishankar's vision for India's global role is truly inspiring! Our growing capabilities in polar research show how far we've come from just being seen as a developing nation. The Kautilya Fellows Program is such a strategic initiative - we need more such platforms to nurture future diplomats. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While I appreciate our focus on global engagement, I hope we're equally investing in solving domestic challenges like education and healthcare. Our foreign policy achievements mean little if our own people struggle with basics. Balance is key!
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Amit S.
The Arctic focus is brilliant strategic thinking! With climate change opening new shipping routes, India must secure its interests early. Remember how China got ahead in Africa? We can't afford to be latecomers in this new frontier. Jai Hind!
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Sunita R.
As someone who studied international relations, I'm thrilled to see India finally getting the global recognition it deserves. The Kautilya program naming is perfect - we need more Chanakya-like strategic thinkers in our foreign policy circles!
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Vikram J.
Good to see India expanding its polar presence, but I worry about environmental impacts. We should lead in sustainable Arctic research, not just follow others' footsteps. Our ancient texts teach us to respect nature - let's show that in our policies too.
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Neha P.
The world is finally seeing India as we've always known ourselves - capable, ancient yet modern, and ready to contribute meaningfully. But we must ensure this isn't just elite diplomacy - the benefits should reach ordinary Indians through jobs and opportunities. ✨

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