Trailblazing Milestone: First All-Women CISF Battalion Approved

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has approved the creation of the first all-women battalion in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). This initiative aims to enhance women's participation in the force, with preparations underway for the recruitment and training of this pioneering 'Mahila Battalion'.

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has given the green light to the establishment of the first all-women battalion within the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), setting a groundbreaking precedent for women's roles in national security forces.

With women currently making up over seven percent of the CISF, this initiative seeks to encourage young women across India to enlist, providing a unique platform for their participation in safeguarding the nation.

The CISF is actively preparing for the forthcoming recruitment and specialized training of the new 'Mahila Battalion', designed to empower women in roles spanning VIP security and operations within airports and the Delhi Metro Rail.

(With inputs from agencies.)