Aruni Doval (Wife of Ajit Doval): Age, Family, Husband, Career, Net Worth and More

Aruni Doval is a Indian social activist, philanthropist, and corporate director, but still best known for being the wife of India’s National Security Advisor (NSA) , Ajit Doval and serving since 2014.

Along with her fame through his Husband Ahit Doval, She is recognized for her work in women’s empowerment, community development, and active involvement in several welfare associations supporting the police and paramilitary families.

This article will chronicle Aruni Doval Husband, Age, Height, Education, career, Net worth and More.

Aruni Doval (Ajit Doval Wife): Biography

Aruni Doval is an Indian social activist and corporate director, and is recognized across the nation as Ajit Doval, India’s National Security Advisor (NSA )’s wife.

Full Name	Aruni Doval
Age	75 years old
Birthdate	1950
Place of Birth	Bagyali, Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand
Nationality	Indian
Profession	Social Activist and Corporate Director
Religion/Ethnicity	Hindu; Garhwali Brahmin
Spouse	Ajit DovaIl
Net Worth	INR 1.5 crores
Known As	Wife of India’s NSA Ajit Doval

Aruni Doval Age and Physical Stats

Since her date of birth is not mentioned, but only her birth year is known, we can say that Aruni Doval is currently 75 years old. Without her birthdate, we can’t analyze her zodiac sign.

Aruni Doval is known to have a height of 5 feet 4 inches, which is equivalent to around 162 cm. She has an approximate weight of 60-70 k,g and she has black hair with brown eyes.

Height	5 feet 4 inches (162 cm)
Weight	60-70 kg
Hair Color	Black
Eye Color	Brown

Early Life and Struggles

Aruni Doval was born and raised in Uttarakhand, and while growing up, it was shaped by the region’s cultural ethos, with festivals like the Char Dham Yatra and community-driven welfare that instilled a deep sense of duty in her. Details about her parents are not mentioned publicly.

She was a young bride in the 1970s, and because she was married early, she was able to adapt to the uncertainties of an IPS household.  Aruni’s life went by supporting Ajit through his various postings in Kerala and his covert missions – including 7 years undercover in Pakistan! 

This posting took place during negotiations of the 1999 IC-814 hijack and it was a difficult time for all.

Aruni’s transition to Delhi marked the beginning of her active involvement in welfare, wherein she balanced homemaking with emerging professional pursuits.

Edicational Qualifications

In terms of her education, she had completed her schooling from Government Inter College, in Bagyali, and it is also mentioned that she holds a graduate degree but the name of the institution is not mentioned.

Qualification	From
School	Govt. Inter College, Bagyali
College/ University	Unknown
Qualification	Graduate

Family Members

Relative	Name
Father	Unknown
Mother	Unknown
Siblings	Unknown
Husband	Ajit Doval (NSA)
Son 1	Shaurya Doval (Politician/ Business)
Son 2	Vivek Doval (CFA,Finance)

Personal and Married Life

• Aruni’s personal life is shown as multifaceted – she is a devoted wife, a nurturing mother a subtle influencer.
• She got married to Ajit in 1972, and she has been his trusted confidante through several of his landmark events in his career, such as the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, wherein Ajit ensured Kashmir’s stability.
• Ajit and Aruni’s bond has been forged in shared Uttarakhand heritage and it thrives on mutual respect for each other’s work, profession, and capacities.
• Aruni’s insights guide Ajit’s strategic decisions with sharpness and decisiveness. She has shared and maintained close relations with influential women of the country like Smt. Mala Baijjal, the wife of Delhi Lt. Governor.
• Apart from that, Aruni’s set of hobbies includes philanthropy, attending cultural events, and promoting Uttarakhand crafts via stalls at welfare meets.

Aruni Doval Husband: Ajit Doval

Ajit Doval is India’s longest-serving NSA and is one of the most influential security strategists in the country’s recent history. he was born in 1945 in Pauri Garhwal, Uttarakhand.

• Ajit was raised in a very disciplined environment, and was the son of an Army officer whose name is not mentioned.
• In terms of his education, he graduated with a master’s degree in economics from the Agra University in 1967. Shortly after, he began his career in intelligence by joining the Indian Police Service (IPS), Kerala cadre in 1968.
• He was appointed as India’s NSA in 2014 and he brought a significant shift to Indian national security policy , wherein he advocated for a proactive ‘offensive-defensive’ doctrine.
• He has overseen several strategic and military responses to major crises like the Doklam standoff, surgical strikes of 2016, and the Balakot airstrike in 2019.
• He has played a key role in securing the release of Indian nationals abroad and in negotiating with major global powers.
• Ajit is currently in his 3rd term as NSA, and he continues to shape India’s security landscape via his deep expertise and his wife Aruni Doval stands right beside him, as his pillar of support.

Interesting Facts About Ajit Doval

• In his career, Ajit quickly became popular and he garnered a reputation for his intelligence operations and crisis management.
• He went on to lead sensitive missions during his tenure in the Intelligence Bureau, including several counter-insurgency operations.
• In fact, quite notably, he played undercover roles during the Mizo insurgency, and he was inside the Golden Temple during Operation Black Thunder against the Khalistani militants.
• He successfully negotiated the release of over 150 hostages during the 1999 IC 814 hijacking in Kandahar.  
• Due to his dedication and efforts, Ajit was the first police officer to be awarded the Kirti Chakra – one of India’s highest peacetime gallantry awards.

Aruni Doval’s Professional Career

• Aruni’s career has eschewed the glamour often associated with political spouses, opting instead for substantive contributions. 
• Being a current, retired school teacher, she channeled her educational background into social activism, thus becoming a rather prominent figure in the IPS Wives Welfare Association (IPSWWA). 
• she was a key member of the association, and during her time there, she spent time creating initiatives for the spouses and children of police and armed forces personnel, including vocational training, healthcare camps, and financial aid programs.
• Her efforts led to the NSG Prerna Centre, wherein she donated funds as much as INR 1 lakh in 2024 for the specially-abled children. She went on to inaugurate events like the CRPF Annual Welfare Exhibition in 2018.
• Apart from this, in the corporate world, She has served as the Director of Zeus Knowledge Center Private Ltd since 2003.
• The firm specializes in business consultancy, management, taxation, and accounting services.
• She has previously been the director of Zeus Environergy Private Limited, wherein she focused on sustainable projects.
• she has been in the corporate world for over 21 years, and her role emphasizes on ethical business practices that often intersect with her welfare work.
• She is not a professional journalist, she is still recognized as an author, as she pens works on social themes that still remain under the radar due ot her low-key lifestyle.

Aruni Doval Net Worth

Over the years, Aruni Doval has amassed a net worth of over INR 1.5 crores, which is equivalent to $180,000 USD. This figure is updated as of 2025, and it stems primarily from her directorial salaries, investments and family assets. This modest figure aligns very well with her frugal lifestyle – far away from ostentatiousness and luxury. 

Aruni Doval’s Controversies

• In her life, Aruni Doval has not been part of any controversies, especially thanks to her low profile.
• In 2022, there were some viral photos that falsely claimed to show that Ajit was apparently seen with former Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh – and this was debunked by Aruni.
• Additionally, there was some scrutiny over the India Foundation, which was founded by their son Shaurya, and this indirectly touched the family with allegations of funding from sponsors like Boeing and DBS Bank.
• Shaurya, however, defended the family and called it ‘conference-driven’ and denied any foreign ties. He went on to file defamation suits against the critics like Caravan and Congress leader Jairam Ramesh, in 2018-2020, who later went on to apologize. 
• Aruni herself has not faced any direct scandals or blows to her career, or reputation. 

Conclusion

Aruni Doval continues to inspire several people via her quiet acts. She does so by inaugurating exhibitions, donating to welfare, and upholding family legacy. Her story is not one of headlines but of heartfelt service, proving that true influence often whispers rather than shouts. In an era of fleeting fame, Aruni remains a timeless emblem of dignity, reminding us that behind every guardian of the nation stands a guardian of the home.

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