On the occasion of the 54th ‘Raising Day’ of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his warm wishes to the force. The Prime Minister praised the CISF for their vital role in providing 24×7 security to critical infrastructures in India and recognized the force’s hard work.
“On their Raising Day, best wishes to all @CISFHQrs personnel. The CISF has a vital role in our security apparatus. They provide round the clock security at key locations including critical and strategic infrastructure. The force is known for its hard work and professional outlook,” PM Modi tweeted.
Significance of the Raising Day
Every year on March 10, the Raising Day of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is celebrated. The CISF is one of the six paramilitary forces in India that was founded in 1969 under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Its primary responsibility is to provide security to essential government and industrial structures. In 1989, the force was placed under the jurisdiction of the Armed Forces through a separate act. Originally, the CISF had a strength of 3,129 personnel.
Today marks the 54th anniversary of the CISF Day, which for the first time is being celebrated outside of Delhi, CISF said in a tweet. “#MOMENTOUSDAY #CISFRaisingDay2023. CISF is celebrating its 53 yrs of dedicated service to the nation #CISFRaisingDay for the 1st time out of Delhi @ NISA Hyderabad on 12th Mar’ 2023. Hon’ble HM Shri @AmitShah will grace the grand celebration as Chief Guest,” the tweet read.
Shedding light on its origin, CISF also remembered the massive fire which broke out at the Heavy Engineering Corporation plant in Ranchi in 1964 which triggered its creation. “RISING LIKE A PHOENIX. A devastating fire broke out at HEC Ranchi in 1964 & subsequently functioning of PSUs were disrupted at Ranchi, Rourkela etc that triggered the creation of #CISF for better protection & security of the PSUs,” it said.
Union home minister Amit Shah also tweeted on the occasion, lauding the force for their “instrumental” and “unwavering commitment” in the nation’s security.
