Ajit Doval has been the NSA of India since 2014 and has introduced new dynamics to the national security structure of the country and an aggressive approach that is workable in new threats. Here’s how that impact looks:

1. Active Approach National Security Policy
– Change to Offensive Defense: This falls under the pro-active strategy where Doval, presents change in defence policies to an aggressive strategy seen in:
– Surgical Strikes (2016): The Uri terrorist attack forced India to establish that it could strike back across borders.
– Balakot Airstrikes (2019): Is represented a new approach of countering cross–border terrorism by conducting operations on the territory of Pakistan and targeting terror camps.

2. Revitalizing Hekmat va Dief Sadegiat
– Revamping the coordination of intelligence:
The former IB officer was able to bring efficiency to the functioning of intelligence sharing between agencies.
Organisation transformation in directions of enhancing and leveraging actionable intelligence in countering threats, more focused in J&K and Northeast regions.
– Anti-Terror Operations: All these operations are headed by Doval and have crippled terror funding networks and improved capacities to counter terrorism.

3. Administratively restructuring of Jammu & Kashmir
– Abrogation of Article 370 (2019): In the strategic and security aspect of the decision he played a critical role, which meant that the actual execution was not accompanied by a lot of violence.
– Post-Absolution Stability: We were more interested in preserving the letters of the law as well as preventing infiltration and radicalization within the region.

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4. External Internal security environment and systematic strategic partnership
Border Dispute Management:
In Doklam standoff (2017) and Galwan valley incident (2020), Doval through his diplomatic and strategic approach resolved the situation with China.
Enhancing the hardness and effectiveness of fencing and allied systems at the LAC.
Global Partnership Building
Enhanced strategic cooperation with the US, Quad countries, and the Gulf partners in particular Counter-terrorism as well as Maritime security
It was influential in India’s engagement’s within the region including with concepts such as the Indo-Pacific Strategy.

5. Cyber and Technology Push
-Digital Security Framework: Cyber-security was recognized as a critical pillar of national security. Efforts were made to safeguard Indian critical infrastructure from cyber threats.
– Indigenization of Defence Technology: Recommended attaining self-reliance in defense production so that it does not become a import-dependent industry.

6. Countering Hybrid Warfare
-Hybrid Threats: The Doval-led approach is on issues of economic coercion, fake news campaigns, and cyber attacks of adversaries.
-South Asia Cyber Policy: Is focusing on countering fake news and propaganda against the Indian socio-political fabric through cyber technology.

7. Multidimensional Internal Security Approach
Insurgency Management: This is very instrumental in the solution of insurgency in the Northeast, notably in the Naga peace process.
Urban Security: Also, the preparedness on urban terrorism has improved to become coordinated with central forces as well as state forces.
Conclusion
The strategic leadership by Ajit Doval has transformed the national security paradigm in India from a reactive approach to a proactive and multi-dimensional framework. Through his integration of traditional and emerging security challenges into a comprehensive strategy, Doval has strengthened India’s defenses and made it a resilient and assertive global power. His tenure epitomizes the blend of tactical acumen, strategic foresight, and robust execution in shaping India’s security architecture for contemporary challenges.