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Preeti Saran Re-elected to UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
- 15 Apr 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
Indian diplomat Preeti Saran has been re-elected to the UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (CESCR) for a fresh three-year term starting 2027.
Key Points
- About: Ambassador Preeti Saran is a senior officer of the Indian Foreign Service with over 36 years of experience, having served in key postings including Vietnam, Toronto, Moscow, Dhaka and Geneva.
- She is currently serving as the Chair of CESCR, becoming the first Indian to hold this position, marking a significant diplomatic achievement for India.
- Re-election: She has been re-elected to the CESCR.
- Tenure: The new term will begin in 2027 and continue for three years.
- CESCR:
- It is an 18-member independent expert body under the United Nations system that monitors the implementation of the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights.
- The CESCR functions under the administrative control of the United Nations Human Rights Commission.
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