Ajit Doval reflects on the capture of Indian agents by China
National security adviser Ajit Doval recalled a early-career episode when Indian operatives vanished across the border and were later found detained by Chinese authorities.
Doval described the incident as a low point in his professional life, noting that the loss of the agents was seen as a serious lapse. He said the episode made him realize the risks inherent in covert operations near the China-India frontier. The agents were eventually confirmed to be in Chinese custody, underscoring the fraught nature of bilateral security relations. Doval’s recollection was shared during a recent interview.
Why it matters
It reveals the personal stakes and diplomatic tensions behind covert operations on the India-China border.
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