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 | 13 May 1960 [1] |
| Nationality | Indian |
Samant Kumar Goel is a retired 1984 batch Indian Police Service officer from Punjab cadre 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]
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]