Indian Commando Dogs Set to Guard Paris Olympics

Ten specially-trained Indian CAPF and commando force dogs are in France to provide counter-terrorism and anti-sabotage security at the Paris Olympics. The dogs, primarily Belgian Malinois, have completed a 10-week training course and will be deployed alongside their handlers for the event.

Ten specially-trained Indian CAPF and special commando force dogs are in France to bolster security measures for the upcoming Paris Olympics, official sources revealed on Wednesday.

The Indian K9 teams, trained for sniffing and patrolling, have undergone a unique 10-week training regimen, marking a first-ever collaboration between canine squads of India and France. These teams are drawn from various central armed police forces and are significant assets to the Olympics' security architecture.

The Belgian Malinois dogs, known for their combat and detection capabilities, will be pivotal in detecting bombs, IEDs, and suspicious activities. The handlers and canines have also undergone additional physical training and received basic French language instruction to ensure seamless coordination during the games.

(With inputs from agencies.)