That’s how long Indian diplomats at the UN in New York have been living out of hotels; displaced, uprooted, yet still showing up for work. Why? Because the building across the street, under construction, is wobbling. Literally. And until it’s declared safe, their homes and offices remain off-limits. Imagine this: You’re managing India’s international campaign for a UN Security Council seat; with your entire team scattered, no fixed desk, no home to go back to. That’s the reality for these diplomats. No fanfare. No panic. Just quiet resilience. The Indian mission building, designed by Charles Correa in 1993, sits just across from a 37-story structure that’s been flagged as unstable. Evacuation orders lifted for everyone else… except them, a nearby school, and a hotel. No explanation. No timeline. Just silence from city authorities. What’s wild? The diplomats pulled off External Affairs Minister Jaishankar’s high-stakes UN visit; while literally homeless. No one’s talking about it. But maybe they should. This isn’t just about an office. It’s about how much we expect from our people abroad; and how little backup they sometimes get. The building may be quiet, but the story? It’s screaming to be heard.