Germany Appoints Honorary Consul in Ahmedabad

New Delhi, Apr 22 (PTI) Germany has appointed Abhay Kamal Mangaldas as its honorary consul in Ahmedabad, according to an official statement issued on Wednesday.

This appointment underscores Germany's commitment to further strengthening diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties with the western region of India, it said.

"The Federal Republic of Germany is pleased to announce the appointment of Abhay Kamal Mangaldas as the Honorary Consul of Germany in Ahmedabad," a statement from the German consulate in Mumbai said.

As honorary consul, Mangaldas will represent German interests in the state of Gujarat, fostering closer cooperation between German and Indian institutions. He will also support German nationals with select consular service, it said.


Mangaldas is a distinguished professional with extensive experience in business and public service, the statement said.

His deep-rooted engagement with the local community and his strong leadership credentials make him well-positioned to advance German-Indian relations at the regional level, it said.

The Federal Republic of Germany is confident that Mangaldas's appointment as honorary consul will significantly enhance cooperation between Germany and Gujarat, especially in key sectors such as industry, innovation, education, renewables and sustainable development, the statement added.

"Germany and India celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations, built on mutual trust, democratic values, and a shared vision for global progress," German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann, said.