Former Indian Diplomat, Author, Toastmaster and West Asia Observer
Dr. Ausaf Sayeed
Ambassador Dr. Ausaf Sayeed (b.September 18, 1963) is a former career Indian diplomat belonging to the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) of the 1989 Batch. He served as Secretary to Government of India in the Ministry of External Affairs.
As Secretary (CPV & OIA) he was responsible for all matters pertaining to Consular, Passport, Visas, Overseas Emigration, and NRI & Overseas Indian Affairs, besides affairs of GCC and WANA countries.
He also served as Ambassador of India to Saudi Arabia and Yemen, High Commissionerof India to Seychelles, and Consul General of India in Chicago and Jeddah, besides holding various diplomatic assignments in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Denmark.
During his nearly 34 years of diplomatic service, Dr. Sayeed has represented India’s interests in political, economic, consular and cultural realms and fostered friendly relationships with nations around the world.
My Journey
Dr. Ausaf Sayeed has handled different areas of work in his nearly 34 years of diplomatic service, including political, economic, consular and cultural work, and Hajj management.
Dr. Ausaf Sayeed holds a Master of Science and a Ph.D. in Geology from the Osmania University in Hyderabad, India, and an Advanced Diploma in Arabic from the American University in Cairo. He is a Competent Toastmaster (CTM) and recipient of the Shri Y.G.K.Murthy Gold Medal from Osmania University, Hyderabad. The prestigious Yoga Mithra Award was also conferred on him by the S-Vyasa University for his efforts to promote Yoga in Saudi Arabia.
Delhi, India
Secretary (CPV & OIA)
Ministry of External Affairs
2022 – 2023
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Ambassador of India
2019 – 2022
Mahe, Seychelles
High Commissioner of India
2017 – 2019
Chicago, USA
Consul General of India
2013 – 2017
Sanaa, Yemen
Ambassador of India
2010 – 2013
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Velayat-e Faqih: A Foundational Concept in Iran’s Governance and Regional Influence
Velayat-e Faqih, or “Guardianship of the Islamic Jurist,” is a fundamental concept that has shaped Iran’s political system and its regional influence since the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Developed by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, this doctrine justifies clerical rule...
The Strait of Hormuz: A Critical Chokepoint for Global Energy Security
The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, plays a pivotal role in global energy trade and security. Its strategic importance stems from its position as the primary route for oil and gas exports...
Diplomacy must set the terms in West Asia
The escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has entered a dangerous phase with the launch of “limited, localised and targeted ground raids” by the Israeli Defence Forces against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon, the first since the full-blown war between...
Hyderabad — A rich history of medical education, treatment and research
Hyderabad has long been a pioneer of medical education, treatment and research. It was far ahead of other princely states and British-administered territories of that time, particularly in the field of Medicine. The Hyderabad...
Fighting Hunger – Building Hope
Mayor’s Ramadan Unity Dinner“Fighting Hunger – Building Hope” Friday, September 5th, 2014 Keynote Address by Dr Ausaf Sayeed, Consul General of India, Chicago Hon'ble Mayors Virg Bernero and Nathan Triplett, Distinguished Guests, Ladies & Gentlemen, Good...
Kamaran Island — Transit for Indian Hajj Pilgrims in the past
Kamaran or the ‘Island of two Moons’ is considered the largest shelf-island in the Red Sea. It was first mentioned in the “History of World Ports” in 525 A.D. Kamaran has been occupied by various foreign powers during its history, which include Ethiopians, Mamaluks, Persians, Portuguese, Turks and the British.
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Honoured to join the Governing Council of @indfoundation, an esteemed organisation that has long played a pivotal role in advancing the #Indian perspective on the global stage. I look forward to a meaningful and impactful engagement with its distinguished members, contributing to…
On 29 October 2025, a delegation of India Foundation attended the 3rd India WANA Dialogue, organised by the Egyptian Council for Foreign Affairs (ECFA) at Cairo, Egypt. President of India Foundation and the head of the delegation, Dr Ram Madhav delivered the inaugural remarks,…
Had the great pleasure of interacting with H.E. Ambassador Saleh Eid Al-Huseini, a distinguished diplomat, economist and a former member of the Shura Council at the Royal Saudi Embassy in Cairo and discussed various areas of common interest. Ambassador Saleh earlier served as the…
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