Sergio Gor Takes Oath as New US Ambassador to India: Strengthening Strategic Partnership Between Nations

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor expressed his enthusiasm on Tuesday about assuming his new diplomatic position in New Delhi and conveyed gratitude to President Donald Trump for appointing him as Washington's envoy to India.

The 38-year-old diplomat took his oath of office during a ceremony in the Oval Office on Monday, administered by US Vice President J D Vance.

"Very much looking forward to being the new U.S. Ambassador to India. Thank you @POTUS @realDonaldTrump! I'm deeply grateful for this opportunity and committed to honouring the faith you've shown in me," Gor stated in a social media announcement.

Vinay Mohan Kwatra, India's Ambassador to the United States, extended congratulations to Gor on his swearing-in as America's new envoy to India.

"Heartiest Congratulations @SergioGor for being sworn in as the Ambassador of U.S. to India. I wish you the best as you prepare to take up your assignment in New Delhi," Kwatra wrote in his social media message on Tuesday.

President Trump presided over the oath-taking ceremony, which was attended by numerous high-ranking officials including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, US Attorney General Pam Bondi, US Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro, Senator Lindsey Graham, and Erika Kirk, widow of political activist Charlie Kirk, among other dignitaries and lawmakers.

The US Senate confirmed Gor's nomination as the next US Ambassador to India in October. President Trump had nominated Gor in August, while he was serving as Director of Presidential Personnel, to become both Ambassador to India and Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs.

"I'm trusting Sergio to help strengthen one of our country's most important international relationships, and that's the strategic partnership with the Republic of India. It's a big deal. India is home to one of the world's oldest civilisations... and it's got over 1.5 billion people," Trump had remarked.

The President expressed confidence that Gor would be an "outstanding" representative for the United States.

"And it's a big deal. Being the Ambassador to India is a big deal. So Sergio, congratulations. I know you're going to do a fantastic job," Trump had added.

During his confirmation hearing before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in September, Gor emphasized that India is a strategic partner whose trajectory will shape the region and beyond.

Gor affirmed his commitment to advancing America's interests in this "important" partnership.

"Improving US-India trade ties will not only bolster US competitiveness, but also reduce China's economic leverage over other nations," Gor had stated during the hearing.