Samant Goel

Samant Kumar Goel is a retired Indian civil servant, intelligence officer, who served as the Secretary of 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 & Analysis Wing
In office 29 June 2019 – 30 June 2023
Preceded by	Anil Dhasmana
Succeeded by	Ravi Sinha
Personal details
Born	(1960-05-13) 13 May 1960 (age 65) [1]
Nationality	Indian

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]