'In every national security decision, Doval had a role': Amit Shah praises NSA at award ceremony
Union Home Minister Amit Shah awarded NSA Ajit Doval the Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026 in Pune.
Shah said Doval had a role in every national security decision made by PM Narendra Modi since 2014.
Doval's strategic advice strengthened India's foreign policy and defence preparedness.
Shah credited Doval for modernizing India's armed forces and enhancing technology and operational capability.
Doval's appointment as NSA in 2014 was one of PM Modi's first decisions.
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