Ibrahim breaks IB barrier - Opinion divided on first Muslim head

November 30, 2012 08:24

High praise for Asif Ibrahim's appointment as Director of the Intelligence Bureau from one of his distinguished predecessors. Speaking to The Telegraph, 'Former IB director Ajit Doval said Ibrahim was the best officer in the national interest and it was just a coincidence that he was a Muslim, but added a word of caution for the new chief. As IB chief he will have to prove himself as it is a highly sensitive posting. The political system in our country will always try to manipulate and take political advantage from him, Doval said.' Please read the report here: http://www.telegraphindia.com/1121130/jsp/nation/story_16257223.jsp

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