R.N. Kao: The Architect of India's External Intelligence
Summary
R.N. Kao, founder of India's Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), played a pivotal role in shaping South Asian geopolitics through key covert operations like the creation of Bangladesh and the annexation of Sikkim.
Key Points
- R.N. Kao founded India's Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) in 1968 to strengthen external intelligence gathering.
- Under Kao's leadership, RAW played a critical role in supporting the creation of Bangladesh in 1971 through covert training and support to rebel forces.
- Kao masterminded the peaceful annexation of Sikkim into India in 1975 using covert political strategies and public opinion manipulation.
- Post-retirement, Kao served as National Security Advisor, contributing to the formation of India's National Security Guard to tackle terrorism.
