Shri N P Reddy IPS (Telangana 2010) has been appointed as Deputy Inspector General in Central Industrial Security Force(CISF) .
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What is CISF || The Central Industrial Security Force : Safeguarding the Nation’s Critical Infrastructure
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is an armed force of the Union established under the “Central Industrial Security Force Act, 1968 (50 of 1968)”. Raised in 1969 with a modest strength of 3,129 personnel, the CISF has evolved into one of India’s most vital security forces, with a sanctioned strength of over 1,88,000 personnel as of April 1, 2025. Over the decades, it has grown into a multi-dimensional force with a formidable presence across India’s most strategic and sensitive establishments.
The mandate of CISF is to provide security to industrial units, government infrastructure projects, and facilities across the country. This includes the security of premises, personnel, and critical assets. The force currently secures 359 vital installations spread across the length and breadth of the nation. These range from nuclear installations, space agencies, and oil refineries, to steel plants, coal fields, power plants, airports, and seaports. It also provides security to Delhi Metro, key government buildings in the capital, central jails in Jammu and Kashmir, and prominent heritage monuments.
CISF’s role was significantly enhanced following the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The government expanded its mandate to allow CISF to provide security to private sector entities and corporate headquarters. Today, CISF offers specialized consultancy services to private companies on security management, a service that has seen increasing demand.
A unique aspect of CISF is its dedicated Fire Wing, the only such unit among India’s Central Armed Police Forces. This wing currently serves 115 establishments, providing fire safety and emergency response services. The force also operates 74 other formations, including 12 reserve battalions and eight training institutes, which continually enhance its operational readiness.
In addition to infrastructure protection, CISF provides VIP security to individuals classified under Z+, Z, X, and Y categories, offering round-the-clock protection to designated protectees. The force has also taken a public-facing role, especially visible in its deployment at airports, metro stations, and public monuments—making it the only CAPF with a daily interface with lakhs of citizens.
CISF’s operational ethos emphasizes both high professional standards and a people-centric approach. It remains technologically adaptive, integrating modern surveillance and response systems to counter emerging security threats, including terrorism. Its personnel are trained to deliver efficient and courteous service, balancing security with a sensitive public interface.
As a compensatory cost force, CISF operates on a self-financing model, charging client organizations for the security services it provides. This unique model ensures accountability and efficiency in service delivery.
In its relentless pursuit of excellence, the CISF continues to upgrade its skills, systems, and service standards. With its robust training infrastructure, strategic adaptability, and people-friendly approach, CISF remains a pillar of India’s national security framework—dedicated to protecting what powers the nation.