Parag Jain takes on dual role as R&AW chief and Social Security Secretary

A mastermind behind covert ops now shapes India’s social security strategy. How will Parag Jain balance two high-stakes roles in the Cabinet Secretariat?

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2025 November 13 . 7:26 AM

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Parag Jain, a seasoned intelligence officer, has been given additional responsibilities. The 1989-batch IPS officer of the Punjab cadre is now also the Secretary (Social Security) in the Cabinet Secretariat, alongside his current role as the Secretary of the Research & Analysis Wing (R&AW). Jain is credited with masterminding Operation Sindoor.

Jain's new role was assigned by the government with immediate effect, pending the appointment of a regular incumbent or further orders. This comes after the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) appointed him as the R&AW chief in July this year. Jain's career has seen him rise through the ranks, previously heading the Aviation Research Centre (ARC). Despite the organizational chart of the Federal Chancellery listing several officials, the post of Government Commissioner for the Secretary in the Cabinet Secretariat was not explicitly mentioned in the provided search results.

Parag Jain's new role as Secretary (Social Security) in the Cabinet Secretariat, in addition to his current position at R&AW, reflects his expertise and contributions to national security. His appointment is effective immediately and will continue until further notice.