Team News Riveting
New Delhi, October 16
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has hailed the unwavering dedication, courage and determination of National Security Guard (NSG) personnel on occasion of force’s Raising Day.
The Prime Minister posted on X:
“On the occasion of NSG Raising Day, India salutes all NSG personnel for their unwavering dedication, courage and determination in safeguarding our nation. Their commitment to protecting our nation against threats is admirable. They embody valour and professionalism.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also posted on X stating, “On NSG’s Raising Day, I extend my warm wishes to our National Security Guard personnel and their families.” “Living up to the motto of ‘Sarvatra Sarvottam Suraksha’, the NSG has consistently fortified national security with remarkable expertise in rapid response, tactical surprise, stealth operations, and flawless accuracy. Salute to the Bravehearts of the NSG who sacrificed their lives in the line of duty,” he added.
The NSG was raised on October 16, 1984, following Operation Blue Star in Amritsar. A bill for the creation of NSG was introduced in the parliament in August 1986 and it received the assent of the President on September 22, 1986, and the NSG formally came into being from that date.
Coming under the administrative orbit of NSG, it is a Central contingency “Zero-Error Force” to deal with anti-terrorist activities in all its manifestations. The NSG is specially equipped and trained to deal with specific situations and is therefore, to be used only in exceptional circumstances to thwart serious acts of terrorism.
