Alba Smeriglio is British deputy high commissioner for Chandigarh

Alba is a diplomat with a range of experience in roles overseas and in London. Her previous postings include Montserrat, where she served as head of programmes and office, as well as other positions in the Caribbean and South Asia.

Alba Smeriglio has taken charge as the British deputy high commissioner in Chandigarh. She will represent the UK in the four Indian states of Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab and Uttarakhand, and the Union Territory of Chandigarh.

Alba Smeriglio has taken charge as the British deputy high commissioner in Chandigarh (HT File)

Alba is a diplomat with a range of experience in roles overseas and in London. Her previous postings include Montserrat, where she served as head of programmes and office, as well as other positions in the Caribbean and South Asia.

In London, she has worked on a range of policy areas focused on growth, democratic governance, security cooperation and human rights.