Ajit Doval Appears Asleep During Mark Carney’s Address, Raises Questions Over Diplomatic Conduct

An awkward moment during a formal address by Mark Carney in India has triggered criticism after the country’s National Security Advisor, Ajit Doval, appeared to briefly fall asleep during the speech.

Video clips circulating online show Doval seated in the front row with his eyes closed for several moments while Carney was delivering his remarks. The footage quickly went viral, raising questions about the level of attentiveness displayed at a high-profile diplomatic engagement.

Critics argue that such conduct reflects poorly on India’s seriousness during important international events. As one of the country’s most senior security officials, Doval’s public demeanor carries symbolic weight, particularly in front of global leaders.

There has been no official response from Indian authorities regarding the incident, but the visuals have already sparked debate about professionalism and diplomatic decorum at major state-level engagements.