Shri Nehchal Sandhu, Deputy National Security Advisor and Secretary, National Security Council Secretariat, resigned from his position with effect from 31 July 2014 for personal reasons. Prime Minister accepted his resignation with regret and expressed appreciation for Shri Sandhu's outstanding service to the country in a career spanning over 40 years - as a police officer, Director of Intelligence Bureau and Deputy National Security Advisor.
Diplomatic Advisor to President of France, Mr. Emmanuel Bonne met the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today in New Delhi.
In a post on X, Shri Modi wrote:
“Delighted to meet Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to President Macron.
Reaffirmed the strong and trusted India–France Strategic Partnership, marked by close cooperation across multiple domains. Encouraging to see our collaboration expanding into innovation, technology and education, especially as we mark the India–France Year of Innovation. Also exchanged perspectives on key regional and global issues. Look forward to welcoming President Macron to India soon.
@EmmanuelMacron”
Delighted to meet Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to President Macron.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 13, 2026
Reaffirmed the strong and trusted India–France Strategic Partnership, marked by close cooperation across multiple domains. Encouraging to see our collaboration expanding into innovation, technology and… pic.twitter.com/V9yEPcculA


