Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not address the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) General Debate, with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar representing India on September 27. This change comes despite Modi initially being scheduled to speak on September 26, amid significant global events like the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and the Ukraine war. The high-level sessions are crucial for international diplomacy, and India’s representation by a senior minister underscores its active engagement on these important platforms. As such, India’s decision to send Jaishankar reflects a strategic choice to maintain its diplomatic presence and influence during a pivotal time in global affairs.