Nidhi Tewari: The New Private Secretary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Meet Nidhi Tewari

Nidhi Tewari, a 2014-batch officer of the Indian Foreign Service (IFS), has been appointed as the new private secretary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Currently serving as the Deputy Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), Tewari has been instrumental in India’s G20 chairmanship. Born in Mehmurganj, Varanasi, she is a true inspiration.

Nidhi Tewari’s Education

• Completed her schooling in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
• Earned an undergraduate degree in Political Science from Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
• Cleared the Civil Services Examination in 2013, securing the 96th rank

Nidhi Tewari’s Career Path

Before taking the Civil Services Examination in 2013, Nidhi Tewari worked as the Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax) in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. After joining the Ministry of External Affairs, she worked in the Disarmament and International Security Affairs Division. In 2022, she joined the PMO as the Under Secretary and was promoted to Deputy Secretary in 2023. At the PMO, Tewari worked in the ‘Foreign and Security’ section, focusing on foreign affairs, security, and atomic energy. Her expertise in foreign affairs and international relations helped her play a crucial role at the PMO, and she reported directly to Ajit Doval, the National Security Advisor.

5 Habits of Successful Individuals

• Setting goals and planning
• Continuous learning
• Time management and prioritization
• Self-discipline and consistency
• Networking and relationship building