WELCOME TO CISF
![R.S.Bhatti,IPS, DG CISF R.S.Bhatti,IPS, DG CISF](https://www.cisf.gov.in/cisfeng/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/dg_cisf.jpg)
The Central Industrial Security Force came into existence in 1969 to provide integrated security cover to certain sensitive public sector undertakings with a strength of only three battalions. The force has since grown into a premier multi-skilled organization with a present strength of more than 1,87,000 personnel. The CISF at present provides security cover to 358 establishments through the length and breadth of the country. The CISF also has its own Fire Wing which provides services to 115 of the above establishments.
The CISF security umbrella includes India’s most critical infrastructure facilities like nuclear installations, space establishments, airports, seaports, power plants etc. In addition, the CISF also protects important government buildings, iconic heritage monuments, Delhi Metro, Parliament House Complex and Central Jails of Jammu and Kashmir. The CISF also has a specialized VIP Security vertical providing round the clock security to important protectees.