After complaints from MPs, CISF alters tenure and posting policy at Parliament

The Hindu
The Hindu
2M ago
The CISF's policy changes reflect a commitment to improving security at Parliament while addressing concerns raised by MPs. By extending tenures and enhancing training, the CISF aims to create a more secure environment.
After complaints from MPs, CISF alters tenure and posting policy at Parliament

Key insights

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    Increased Familiarity: Longer tenures aim to improve security personnel's familiarity with MPs.

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    Stricter Eligibility Criteria: New policies require clean records and psychological assessments for deployment.

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    Enhanced Training Protocols: CISF personnel undergo regular training and mock drills for various threats.

A What happened
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has announced a revision in its tenure policy for personnel stationed at Parliament, increasing the duration from three years to four years. This change is intended to enhance the familiarity of security personnel with Members of Parliament (MPs) and their movement patterns, which is crucial for effective security management. The decision follows complaints from MPs regarding being questioned by CISF personnel while entering Parliament. Under the new policy, only those with a clean service record and who pass psychological assessments will be deployed. The CISF has also implemented stricter eligibility criteria and a multi-stage screening process to ensure that only qualified personnel are assigned to Parliament duties. This includes regular training and mock drills to prepare for various security scenarios, ensuring high readiness levels.

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