A top Indian former spy, sniper, and National Security Guard (NSG) commando has dismissed suggestions that the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 innocent civilians were killed, was a result of an intelligence failure.

Lucky Bisht, who keeps a close eye on developments in neighbouring countries, was also of the firm view that the interim Muhammad Yunus government in Bangladesh would not be able to hold elections in February as promised by him.

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In an exclusive interview with The Statesman, he talked at length on a wide range of issues.

Q: Was the Pahalgam attack a result of an intelligence failure?

A: I will not say that it was not an intelligence failure. But I will say one more thing – Intelligence agencies provide information 365 days a year. With 364 pieces

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