Quick Info
| Profession | Civil Servant |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 20/01/1945 |
| Age | 81 years |
| Birthplace | Ghiri Banelsyun, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Latest News about Ajit Doval
06/01/2025
Ajit Doval met U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in New Delhi to discuss bilateral strategic issues and deepen cooperation on national security matters. The meeting included senior U.S. officials and underscored his continued role in India’s strategic and diplomatic engagements.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Ajit Kumar Doval |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| Qualification | Masters in Economics |
Personal Life
| School | King George's Royal Indian Military School (Ajmer Military School), Ajmer, Rajasthan |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Gunanand Doval (Army Personnel) |
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| Mother | Indra Doval |
| Spouse | Aruni Doval (married 1972) |
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Career
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Doval gained the support of six out of seven commanders under Laldenga during the Mizo National Front insurgency. | |
| 2. He received the Police Medal at the beginning of his professional journey. | |
| 3. Doval was instrumental in negotiating and settling several significant incidents. | |
| 4. He spent years living among hostile groups, gathering intelligence from deep inside their networks. | |
| 5. In Punjab, he played a critical role in countering insurgency by infiltrating extremist circles and providing accurate information that saved lives. | |
| 6. One of his most remarkable operations was his involvement in gathering intelligence during the crisis at the Golden Temple, where he disguised himself to collect vital information needed to neutralize militants safely. | |
| 7. His work in Mizoram and the Northeast also helped restore peace in regions affected by insurgent activities. | |
| 8. During the 1999 Kandahar hijacking, Doval was part of the high-level team managing negotiations. | |
| 9. He served in the Intelligence Bureau for over 33 years before retiring as its Director in 2005, returning to government service in 2014 as NSA. | |
| 10. He was reappointed NSA on June 13, 2024, for a third term. |
