Lindy Cameron to Join as New High Commissioner to India

Lindy Cameron, a Senior British diplomat joined as the new High Commissioner to India on April, 11, 2024. Lindy took over Alex Ellis’ position who served between 2021 and 2024.

In addition, she is the CEO of National Cyber Security Centre and was awarded for her services at international development with an ‘Order of the Bath’ during 2020 Birthday Honours.

While expressing her gratitude she said, “Immensely proud to be appointed the next British High Commissioner to India. Huge thanks to @AlexEllis for leaving such a great legacy. So, looking forward to working with the amazing @UKinIndia team. I can't wait to get started!”

A press release by United Kingdom High Commission, Lindy shall be taking up the position in April only. It exclaims, “Lindy Cameron CB OBE has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of India in succession to Alex Ellis CMG, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Cameron will take up her appointment during April 2024.”

Additionally, “Lindy Cameron CB OBE has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of India in succession to Alex Ellis CMG, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment.”

Lindy Cameron was the Director-General, responsible for the programmes in Department for International Development in regions that includes Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Her appointment as the new High Commissioner to India shall engage in negotiations for a free trade agreement which has been pending for a long time now.