Samant Goel
23rd Secretary of Research & Analysis Wing
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Samant Kumar Goel is a retired 1984 batch Indian Police Service officer from Punjab cadre who served as the Secretary of the Research and Analysis Wing.[2] He was appointed as secretary on 26 June 2019, succeeding Anil Dhasmana.[3][4]
Samant Goel | |
|---|---|
| Secretary of the Research and Analysis Wing | |
| In office 29 June 2019 – 30 June 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Anil Dhasmana |
| Succeeded by | Ravi Sinha |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 13 May 1960 [1] |
Biography
Goel, who belongs to the Punjab cadre, was involved in the planning of the Balakot air strike and played an important role in checking militancy in Punjab. He is a recipient of the Police Medals for Gallantry and Meritorious Service, and joined the R&AW in 2001.[5]
Goel has also served as Chief of Station, Europe Desk and as Chief of Station in London.[6]