https://indianmasterminds.com

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

A Multifaceted IAS Officer, Making a Mark in Every Field | Exclusive Interview

IAS officer Sonal Goel recently launched her first book, ‘Nation Calling’ In an exclusive video interview to Indian Masterminds, she shared some key insights from her book She also offered valuable strategies for aspirants to succeed in UPSC exams
Indian Masterminds Stories

Meet Ms. Sonal Goel, an exceptional IAS officer whose journey in bureaucracy has been nothing short of inspiring. With the remarkable achievement of securing the 13th rank in the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination in 2008, Ms. Goel embarked on a journey that would see her excel not only in the administrative sphere but also in various other facets of life.

In addition to her exemplary service in bureaucracy, Ms. Goel recently added another feather to her cap – she is now an established author. Her first book titled ‘Nation Calling’ has been met with enthusiasm by readers and critics alike.

In an exclusive interview to Indian Masterminds, Ms. Goel discussed her debut book, shedding light on the experiences and insights that inspired her literary venture.

Watch the full interview here:

During the interview, Ms. Goel discussed the motivation behind her book, ‘Nation Calling’, and highlighted some key insights from it. She also expressed her perspective on the necessity of having a Plan B, and offered valuable strategies for aspirants to succeed.

Ms. Goel, who is currently serving as Tripura’s Resident Commissioner in New Delhi, is known for her multitasking prowess. She seamlessly balances roles as a successful bureaucrat, a fitness enthusiast, a loving mother of two children, and a powerful social media influencer.


Indian Masterminds Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Related Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
NEWS
GAIL,_PNGRB_Push_Faster_PNG_Expansion_and_Clean_Energy_Adoption_in_Jharkhand-2
GAIL, PNGRB and Jharkhand Government Unite to Boost Clean Energy Infrastructure
Arun dev gautam ips
Who is Arun Dev Gautam? JNU Scholar Turned IPS Officer Appointed Full-Time DGP of Chhattisgarh After 17 Months
1600x960_424828-cbic
CBIC Board Vacancy Race Narrows: 9 Senior IRS Officers in Fray for Lone Member Post - List Inside
delhi-meerut-expressway-nhai-1-1601130266 UP Infrastructure Uttar Pradesh infrastructure
Uttar Pradesh’s 5 Mega Infrastructure Projects Set to Transform the State Under Yogi Government
REC Limited Commits ₹1
REC Limited Commits ₹1.40 Crore for AR-VR Based Learning Labs in 10 Government Schools in Haryana
Kaushik Anvantrai Karelia Disproportionate Assets Case
Haryana Govt Grants CBI Permission to Question 8 IAS Officers in ₹590-Crore IDFC First Bank Fraud Case
Election Commission of India
SEC Deploys 9 IAS and 14 Senior PCS Officers as General Observers Across 23 Districts in Punjab Municipal Elections 2026 - Full List Inside
Himachal IAS IPS Controversy
Race for Himachal Pradesh Chief Secretary Heats Up: K.K. Pant, O.C. Sharma and Bharat Khera in Contention
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
Rupinder Brar
Rupinder Brar Beyond the Desk: Music, Mindfulness & the Many Sides of a Civil Servant
WhatsApp Image 2026-05-05 at 6.46
Rupinder Brar: The Officer Connecting Policy, People, and India’s Key Sectors
Punjab’s Welfare Push Backed by Surging Revenues Harpal Singh Cheema
Punjab’s Welfare Push Backed by Surging Revenues
ADVERTISEMENT
UPSC Stories
Ravi Laxmipriya IFS
From 3 Interview Failures to AIR 9 in UPSC IFS 2025: The Inspiring Journey of Ravi Laxmipriya
An Inspiring Story of Patience, Persistence, and Finding the Right Direction. Facing repeated UPSC disappointments,...
WhatsApp Image 2026-05-12 at 4.23
11 Years, One Dream, All CSE Attempts Exhausted: How Indian Coast Guard Officer Anshuman Singh Secured AIR 2 in UPSC IFS 2025
After Exhausting All UPSC CSE Attempts, This Coast Guard Officer Turned Setbacks Into Strength and Secured...
Dr Washim Ur Rahman UPSC
How Dr. Wasim Ur Rahman Cleared UPSC After Years of Setbacks and 5 Interviews
Dr. Wasim Ur Rahman secured AIR 157 in UPSC CSE 2025 after five interviews, IRS selection, and years...
CSR NEWS
REC Limited Commits ₹1
REC Limited Commits ₹1.40 Crore for AR-VR Based Learning Labs in 10 Government Schools in Haryana
CSR Initiative to Set Up ‘Green Innovator Immersive Learning Labs’ in Karnal District Schools
CCL
CCL Wins Greentech CSR India Platinum Award 2026 for Transforming 5,000 Households in Hazaribag 
CCL’s Integrated Rural Development Initiative Benefits Over 5,000 Households, Promotes Women-Led Participation,...
nlc
NLC India Donates Life Support Ambulance in Odisha Under CSR Initiative to Boost Emergency Healthcare
NLC India Limited strengthens rural healthcare support in Sambalpur as Dharmendra Pradhan flags off fully...
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Latest
Amur falcon
The Extraordinary Journey of the Amur Falcon and India’s Remarkable Conservation Story
GAIL,_PNGRB_Push_Faster_PNG_Expansion_and_Clean_Energy_Adoption_in_Jharkhand-2
GAIL, PNGRB and Jharkhand Government Unite to Boost Clean Energy Infrastructure
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
Rupinder Brar
WhatsApp Image 2026-05-05 at 6.46
Punjab’s Welfare Push Backed by Surging Revenues Harpal Singh Cheema
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT