CISF Raising Day: India observes CISF Raising Day every year on March 10 to mark the establishment of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) in 1969 under the CISF Act, 1968. In 2026, the force will celebrate its 57th Raising Day, honouring more than five decades of service in safeguarding India’s critical infrastructure and strategic institutions.
Functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, CISF has evolved into one of the country’s most specialized security forces, playing a crucial role in protecting national assets and ensuring public safety.
Role of CISF in National Security
Over the years, CISF has expanded significantly in both size and responsibility. Today, the force secures 361 vital installations across the country, including about 70 airports, along with major government buildings, industrial units, metro networks, and energy facilities. It has also been designated as the nodal agency for drone security, reflecting its growing role in addressing emerging security challenges.
Apart from infrastructure protection, CISF contributes to disaster management, fire services, and counter-insurgency support, making it a key pillar of India’s internal security architecture.
Major Event Held Ahead of Raising Day
As part of this year’s celebrations, a major ceremony for the 57th CISF Raising Day was held earlier at the CISF Training Centre, Mundali in Cuttack, Odisha, where Amit Shah, India’s Union Home Minister, attended as the chief guest.
During the event, he praised the CISF for its bravery, dedication, and modernization over the past decades, calling the force a “shield safeguarding the nation’s security.” Several dignitaries, including Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, were also present.
Announcements and Developments
On the occasion, the Home Minister laid the foundation stone for three residential complexes for CISF personnel in Kamrup, Nashik, and Sehore, and inaugurated two completed residential complexes in Rajarhat and Delhi. These projects, worth around ₹890 crore, aim to improve housing facilities for CISF personnel and their families.
The government also highlighted that CISF will increasingly take on new responsibilities, including security of ports and private industrial establishments through a hybrid security model, reflecting the expanding scope of the force.
A Tribute to the Guardians of India’s Infrastructure
As the nation prepares to mark CISF Raising Day 2026, the occasion serves as a tribute to the dedication, courage, and professionalism of thousands of CISF personnel who protect India’s economic and strategic lifelines every day. With growing responsibilities and modernization, the CISF continues to stand as a vital guardian of the nation’s security and development.