Meet Sidharth Babu, 36, the Kerala-born IFS officer who helped PM Modi navigate a crucial diplomatic moment in real-time. A mechanical engineer turned diplomat, he cleared UPSC on his second attempt (AIR 15!) and now speaks fluent Chinese; skills he sharpened while posted in Beijing. From e-commerce to interpreting for world leaders, Babu’s journey proves that India’s quiet diplomats often hold the most powerful roles. His story? A reminder that behind every big global handshake, there’s someone making sure nothing gets lost in translation.