US EditionPahalgam terror attack: Who is Alok Joshi, former RAW chief, now chairman of National Security Advisory Board?
- On April 30, 2025, the Indian government announced the formation of a new National Security Advisory Board and named former RAW chief Alok Joshi as its chairman.
- The revamp followed the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which killed 26 people, mostly innocent tourists, and revealed cross-border terrorism links.
- The newly constituted seven-member board comprises retired military leaders PM Sinha, AK Singh, and Monty Khanna; former police officials Rajiv Ranjan Verma and Manmohan Singh; along with seasoned diplomat B. Venkatesh Varma.
- Prime Minister Modi was updated by senior officials, including NSA Ajit Doval and EAM S Jaishankar, and emphasized his full trust in the armed forces, granting them the authority to independently determine the approach, targets, and timing of any retaliatory actions.
- The board’s reconstitution and accompanying government measures signal a strong stance against cross-border terrorism and indicate continued focus on national security policy.
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Govt revamps NSAB, Ex-RAW chief Alok Joshi appointed as chairman
New Delhi: The government has revamped the National Security Advisory Board (NSAB) — a move that came amid speculations about India’s possible retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack in view of its cross border linkages. It is learnt that former R&AW chief Alok Joshi has been appointed as NSAB chairman. The NSAB is an advisory body that provides inputs to the National Security Council Secretariat. The new members appointed to the NSAB are form…
Pahalgam terror attack: Who is Alok Joshi, former RAW chief, now chairman of National Security Advisory Board?
In response to the Pahalgam attack that killed 26, the central government revamped the National Security Advisory Board. Alok Joshi is appointed the board's chairman, with six new members including retired military and police officers, forming a seven-member board.
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