New Delhi, Sept. 21 -- Life rarely follows a fixed plan, even for people with years of experience. Addressing graduates at IIT Roorkee, NSA Ajit Doval shared lessons from his journey.

He spoke to students about understanding themselves, choosing their direction, making decisions and showing courage. His message also carried a reminder about responsibility and values.

These lessons offer guidance beyond college campuses and professional careers. They can help anyone facing uncertainty, opportunities, or difficult choices in everyday life.

NSA Doval recalled an experience during his early intelligence career in Sikkim. A conversation about map-reading helped him understand life differently. Before finding your way, you must first know wh...