Cuttack, March 6: Maintaining that the vision of India's industrial development cannot be complete without Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the Ministry of Home Affairs has decided that the security of all ports will also be entrusted to CISF.

Gracing the 57th Raising Day of the CISF at the Kharavela Regional Training Centre (KRTC) at Mundali in Cuttack district, Shah said, “The vision of India's industrial development cannot be complete without CISF. Be it airports, ports, vital installations, or large industrial units, CISF always stands firmly as the nation's shield. Therefore, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, has decided that the security of all ports will also be entrusted to CISF.”

“In 56 years, the CISF has not only fulfilled the objectives of its establishment, but has also undergone changes while facing every kind of challenge. Valour, sacrifice, and dedication are indicative of the glorious tradition of India's rich history. By combining these with focus and equipping itself with modern weapons, the CISF has demonstrated the spirit to confront every kind of challenge. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the personnel of the force,” said Shah.

“The resolve of the Modi Government is that we will free the country from Naxalism before March 31, 2026. The CISF has a very significant contribution in this as well. Be it Odisha, Chhattisgarh, or Telangana, the CISF has played its role in the eradication of Naxalism everywhere,” said Shah.

Reiterating that by 31 March 2026, this country will be free from Naxalism, Shah said, “Those who dream of a Red Corridor from Tirupati to Pashupati will be defeated, and our security forces are set to establish their dominance. This is a very significant achievement of our security forces under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi ji.”

“The CISF is providing security at 361 important institutions in the country, including 70 airports. Somewhere you are securing the Statue of Unity of Sardar Patel, somewhere you are securing the Parliament premises, the largest Panchayat of democracy, somewhere you are securing dams and critical infrastructure,” said Shah.