Ajit Doval, India’s National Security Advisor, has highlighted weak governance as a key reason behind recent government collapses in South Asian countries like Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Speaking on National Unity Day, he emphasized that effective governance is essential for nation-building, maintaining public trust, and meeting citizens’ aspirations. Doval noted that today’s populations are more aware and ambitious, requiring governments to focus on citizen satisfaction. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administrative reforms for reducing corruption and said India is entering a new trajectory in governance and global positioning. Key components of good governance, he stressed, include women’s protection, equality, empowerment, and effective use of technology to enhance transparency and efficiency while safeguarding society from cyber threats.