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  • May 25, 2024
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“NSA DOVAL PROPOSES CAPF INTEGRATION FOR EFFICIENCY AND CONSISTENCY”

Why in the news?

  • National Security Adviser Ajit Doval proposed integrating Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) for cost efficiency and operational consistency.
  • Integration aims to save money, ensure homogeneous deployment, and enhance interoperability among CAPFs.

About Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF):

  • CAPF refers to seven security forces in India under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
  • Assam Rifles (AR):Security force primarily deployed in the NorthEast region.
  • Border Security Force (BSF):Guards India’s land borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh.
  • Central Industrial Security Force (CISF):Protects vital installations like airports, nuclear power plants, and industries.
  • Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF):Handles internal security, counter-insurgency, and anti-Naxal operations.
  • Indo Tibetan Border Police (ITBP):Guards India’s borders with China in the Himalayas.
  • National Security Guard (NSG):Special forces for counter-terrorism and VIP security.
  • Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB):Guards India’s borders with Nepal and Bhutan.
  Source: Lotusarise
About National Security Advisor (NSA):

  • Role: Primary advisor to the Prime Minister of India on national security matters.
  • Responsibilities:Presides over the National Security Council (NSC).
  • Current NSA:Ajit Doval.

About National Security Council (NSC):

  • Three-tiered organization overseeing national security issues.
  • Formed in 1998.
  • Operates within the executive office of the Prime Minister.
  • Members include Ministers of Home Affairs, Defence, External Affairs, and Finance.