North News
New Delhi, November 13
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that the government has approved first all-women battalion of Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). In a post on X, Amit Shah said, “In a firm step towards realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji’s vision of enhancing women’s participation in every field of nation-building, the Modi government has approved the establishment of the first all-women battalion of the CISF.”
“To be raised as an elite troop, the Mahila Battalion will shoulder the responsibility of protecting the nation’s critical infrastructure, like airports and metro rails, and providing VIP security as commandos. The decision will certainly fulfil the aspirations of more women to participate in the crucial task of protecting the nation,” the Home Minister further said.
