The day pays tribute to the bravery, dedication, and service of the CISF personnel who safeguard the nation's key infrastructure and uphold public security.
The Central Industrial Security Force was created under the CISF Act of 1968 and established in 1969.
They support the protection of public sector initiatives, industrial facilities, and government infrastructure projects.
Today, it is one of the biggest and most powerful security forces in the nation, with 188,000 members.