Two new battalions will be added to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) as part of a significant expansion authorised by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
There will be 1,025 personnel in each newly approved unit, increasing the overall number of CISF battalions from 13 to 15 and adding 2,050 new positions.
Senior commandant-level officers will lead both battalions.
Particularly in areas like internal security and the administration of high-security prisons, these units will be essential in meeting the CISF’s growing demands.
With this growth, the CISF will have around two lakh troops in total.
The reserve battalions are made up of people who have received specialised training, are well-equipped, and have experience managing the security of high-security prisons and other projects.
The CISF’s ability to respond quickly to crises will be greatly enhanced by the additional battalions.
Public safety and security are further improved by the existence of specialised reserve units that are well-equipped with a transport fleet and enough weaponry. This allows for quicker deployment and more efficient handling of urgent circumstances.
“The new strength will reduce stress on existing personnel and translate into improved leave and weekly relief opportunities for personnel,” CISF Inspector General Ajay Dahiya said.
One of India’s Central Armed Police Forces, the CISF was founded in 1968 under the CISF Act. The CISF was first established to offer integrated security to public sector enterprises (PSUs), but it has since developed into a multifunctional security organisation tasked with protecting vital infrastructure throughout the nation.
The force protects key industrial installations, government buildings, nuclear and space establishments, airports, seaports, and historical monuments, including the Taj Mahal. Additionally, CISF offers consultancy services in security management to both public and private sector organizations.
