India, May 15 -- Former RAW Secretary Samant Goel on Thursday raised concerns over Prime Minister Narendra Modi decision to cut down the size of his security convoy as part of the Centre's fuel-conservation measures amid rising global energy prices linked to the continuing Middle East crisis.

Stressing that the present security environment remains "highly volatile", Goel said the Prime Minister's protection should instead be strengthened.

Goel said, "The current international security situation is highly volatile. There have been three attacks on US President Trump, despite it being considered the safest country. There are several elements who are against India. Terror activities are happening, especially by our neighbouring state," he ...