Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)

Why in News?

The CISF will induct 2,400 women personnel in 2026 to ensure 10% female representation in the force. It is also training its first-ever all-woman commando team for deployment at airports and vital installations, enhancing gender diversity and operational strength.

Description:

• CISF is one of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) of India.
• Functions under the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
• Headquarters: New Delhi.
• Motto: Protection and Security.

Establishment

• Created by the CISF Act, 1968.
• Came into existence in 1969 with 3 battalions.
• 1983 amendment: Declared as an Armed Force of the Union.
• Present strength: 1.88 lakh+ personnel (recent approval for +58,000).
• Provides security cover to 359 establishments (2025).

Organisation Structure

• Headed by an IPS officer (Director-General).
• Assisted by an Additional Director-General (IPS).
• Divided into 7 sectors:
  • Airport
  • North
  • North-East
  • East
  • West
  • South
  • Training
• Also has a dedicated Fire Service Wing.

Functions

1. Security to critical infrastructure: Nuclear installations, space establishments, power plants, seaports.
2. Airport security: Assigned to CISF in 2000, after the IC-814 hijacking (Kandahar).
3. Public interface security: Delhi Metro, Parliament House Complex, J&K Central Jails, iconic monuments (e.g., Taj Mahal).
4. VIP Security: Specialized vertical for round-the-clock protected security.
5. Disaster Management: Personnel trained for earthquakes, floods, cyclones.
6. Fire Protection
   1. Only CAPF with a dedicated fire wing.
   1. One of the largest fire protection services in India.
7. Corporate Security: Post 26/11 Mumbai attacks (2008), extended to private sector establishments.
8. Compensatory Cost Force: Bills its clients for the services provided.

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