40th Raising Day of the National Security Guard (NSG)
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 40th Raising Day of National Security Guard (NSG) |
| Date | October 16, 2024 |
| Tributes | - Union Minister Nitin Gadkari praised NSG on social media platform X. |
| - PM Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah honored NSG's contribution, emphasizing its motto. | |
| Formation | Established on October 16, 1984, post Operation Blue Star. |
| Official Existence | September 22, 1986, following Parliamentary approval. |
| Purpose | Specialized counter-terrorism unit. |
| Motto | "Sarvatra Sarvottam Suraksha" (Best Security Everywhere). |
| Affiliation | Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. |
| Reputation | Known as the "Zero-Error Force" for precision in operations. |
| Training | Intensive training in tactical operations, stealth, and crisis management. |
| Organizational Structure | Special Action Group (SAG): Army personnel for high-stakes missions. |
| Special Rangers Group (SRG): CAPF and State Police personnel for support roles. | |
| Core Responsibilities | Anti-terror operations, hostage rescue, bomb disposal, and intelligence tasks. |
| Notable Operations | Operation Black Tornado (2008 Mumbai attacks) and various high-profile counter-terror missions. |