Rahul Gandhi, NSA Doval, Defence Chiefs Hold Crucial Talks with PM Modi
Rahul Gandhi’s meeting with PM Modi sparks buzz over CBI chief selection, Pahalgam attack.
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FACT FILE | High-Level Meetings Snapshot
| Meeting | Key Figures Involved | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Rahul Gandhi with PM Modi | Rahul Gandhi, PM Modi | CBI chief selection, Pahalgam attack |
| NSA Ajit Doval with PM Modi | NSA Doval, PM Modi | National security briefing |
| Defence Secretary with PM Modi | Rajesh Kumar Singh, PM Modi | Military preparedness in J&K |
| Air Chief Marshal meeting (earlier) | ACM A.P. Singh, PM Modi | Air Force readiness |
| Navy Chief meeting (earlier) | Navy Chief, PM Modi | Naval preparedness |
| India-Japan Defence Ministers meeting | Rajnath Singh, General Nakatani | Japan’s support, Indo-Pacific security |
PM Modi Holds Marathon Meetings at PMO
New Delhi - Prime Minister Narendra Modi was in action mode on Monday as he chaired a series of high-level meetings at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) in South Block. From national security to top political consultations, the day was packed with key players from India’s political and defence landscape.
Rahul Gandhi Meets PM Modi Amid Buzz on CBI Chief, Pahalgam Attack
In a politically significant development, Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi met with PM Modi at the PMO. Sources suggest the meeting may have revolved around the selection of the next CBI Director, with current chief Praveen Sood’s tenure ending on May 25, 2025. However, speculation is also rife that the Pahalgam terror attack and national security concerns were part of the discussion.
NSA Doval Briefs PM on National Security
Before Rahul Gandhi’s arrival, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met PM Modi for a critical briefing. Doval’s meeting, seen as highly significant in security circles, was followed by an update from Home Secretary Govind Mohan, underscoring the heightened pace of national security deliberations.
Defence Secretary, Armed Forces Chiefs Keep PM Updated
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh also met PM Modi to apprise him of the latest security developments, particularly in Jammu and Kashmir. The PM has already held separate consultations over the weekend with the chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force, including a 40-minute meeting with Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh at the PM’s residence.
India-Japan Defence Ministers’ Meeting: Tokyo Stands with New Delhi
Adding an international dimension, India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hosted Japan’s Defence Minister General Nakatani in New Delhi. Nakatani conveyed Tokyo’s solidarity with India, especially over the Pahalgam terror attack, reaffirming Japan’s support for India in a volatile security climate.
