Samant Kumar Goel is a former spymaster and a retired 1984 batch Indian Police Service officer (IPS) from Punjab cadre who served as the Secretary of the Research and Analysis Wing. He was appointed as secretary on 26 June 2019, succeeding Anil Dhasmana.Notification dated 24th June 2022, Appointments Committee of the Cabinet
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.
Goel has also served as Chief of Station, Europe Desk and as Chief of Station in London.
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