Indian Army concludes specialised tactical training for CISF personnel deployed at Agartala Airport
Agartala, August 13
Marking a major milestone in inter-agency cooperation and regional security, the Indian Army on Wednesday successfully concluded an intensive two-week specialised tactical training program for Central Industrial Security Force personnel deployed at Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport, Agartala.
Organised under the aegis of Red Shield Division of the Indian Army as a Military-Civil Fusion initiative from 27 July to 8 August, the 14-day comprehensive module was designed to upgrade operational readiness, foster seamless tactical integration and reinforce the defence perimeter of critical aviation infrastructure against evolving modern threats.
Throughout the fortnight-long training, expert instructors from the Indian Army imparted rigorous practical and theoretical training to the participating CISF troops, covering vital operational domains including Advanced Access Control, Perimeter Hardening, Counter Sabotage Measures, Counter Drone Operations, High-Speed Contingency Response and Integrated Strategies to safeguard high-value public and aviation assets.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, official representatives highlighted that the joint initiative successfully achieved its objective of fusing the Indian Army's tactical combat expertise with the CISF's specialised aviation security mandate.
The participating personnel demonstrated exceptional professional skill, physical endurance, and operational synergy during the entire duration of training.
The completion of this program underscores the Indian Army's continuous efforts to strengthen capacity building and foster joint operational capability with Central Armed Police Forces.
With this enhanced training, the CISF contingent at Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport stands fully equipped with modernised threat mitigation capabilities to ensure safe and secure skies for the region.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good to see such professional collaboration. However, I hope this isn't just a one-time exercise but gets institutionalised. Counter-drone training and counter-sabotage are very relevant today. We need to keep our airports ahead of emerging threats.
This is a positive step for Northeast India's security framework. The CISF does a tough job at airports, and getting hands-on tactical training from the Army will definitely boost their confidence and responsiveness. Well done!
While I appreciate the effort, I wonder why such critical training wasn't prioritised earlier. Our airports are high-value targets, and investing in regular joint drills with the Army should be a continuous process, not just a one-off event. Good start, though! 💪
Proud of our security forces! Agartala airport holds strategic importance, and this fusion of military expertise with CISF's aviation security is a win-win. The Northeast is vital for our nation's security architecture. 🇮🇳
It's reassuring to see proactive steps taken towards securing our borders and critical infrastructure. The CISF personnel are often the first line of defence, and equipping them with such advanced skills shows that our agencies are truly working together. Hats off to the trainers and trainees!
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