New Delhi, March 10 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended warm greetings to all personnel of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on their Raising Day, stating that, known for their determination, discipline, and dedication, the CISF plays a vital role in safeguarding critical infrastructure across the nation.
PM Modi posted on his social media platform, 'X', saying, "Warm greetings to all personnel of the Central Industrial Security Force on their Raising Day. Known for their determination, discipline, and dedication, the CISF plays a vital role in safeguarding critical infrastructure across the nation. Their unwavering commitment to duty contributes greatly to India’s security and progress."
Earlier in the day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended greetings to the CISF personnel on the occasion of its Raising Day, praising the force for its commitment, professionalism, and patriotic service to the nation.
In a post on X, HM Shah conveyed his wishes to the personnel of the force and acknowledged their dedication to performing challenging security duties across the country.
"Greetings to the CISF personnel on Raising Day. Whether safeguarding the nation’s vital installations or shielding the nation during crises, their dedication reflects the true spirit of patriotism and professionalism. Tributes to the martyrs who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country," the Home Minister wrote.
The nation celebrates the CISF Raising Day. This day honors and expresses gratitude to the CISF forces and their incredible contribution in safeguarding industrial undertakings across the country. The CISF was formally established in 1969 under an Act of the Parliament of India.
Initially armed with protective resources for only the industries wholly owned by the Central Government, the CISF now also safeguards joint-venture enterprises in which the Central Government has a stake. The body operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs and its regulations.
It was after the extremely challenging 1965 India-Pakistan war that the nation recognized the need to have a specialised force like CISF. During the war, the security of India’s public sector institutions and undertakings, including economically crucial oil refineries and power plants, was put under a major threat.
The government of India then laid the foundation for the CISF on March 10, 1969, assigning the force the important task of protecting these institutions with their specialised forces and ensuring their 24x7 smooth functioning. The CISF today acts as a shield for India’s PSUs and other critical infrastructure installations, including airports, seaports, and major industrial plants.