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    Xpat Interview: Former Ambassador of India, HE Mr Gauri Shankar Gupta

    Gauri Shankar Gupta was born in Ajitgarh, a small village in Rajasthan, India. He spent his childhood in rural milieu and did his Masters in Business Management. Gupta is a recipient of many gold medals and awards for excellence during his academic career. He is also member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.

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