In a notable achievement highlighting the professional standards and specialised training culture of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Assistant Commandant Poojari Santosh Kumar has been adjudged the Best Student of the Police Commando Capacity Building Course conducted at the National Security Guard (NSG) facility in Manesar.
The CISF congratulated the officer on securing the top position among 138 participants drawn from various forces. His performance during the intensive course was recognised for exceptional tactical proficiency, physical endurance and overall professional excellence.
The achievement assumes significance as the Police Commando Capacity Building Course is designed to enhance the operational capabilities of personnel required to function in demanding security environments. Training at the NSG places considerable emphasis on physical conditioning, tactical awareness, disciplined execution and the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
Assistant Commandant Poojari Santosh Kumar distinguished himself throughout the programme by demonstrating a high level of competence across the various components of the course. His ability to combine physical fitness with tactical understanding and professional discipline ultimately earned him the Best Student honour.
With 138 personnel participating from different forces, securing the top distinction also underlines the competitive nature of the training programme. Such courses provide personnel from security organisations with an opportunity to sharpen specialised skills while learning from established operational practices and training methodologies.
The National Security Guard, headquartered at Manesar in Haryana, is India’s specialised federal contingency force tasked with handling certain high-risk security and counter-terrorism situations. Its training infrastructure is also utilised for developing specialised capabilities among personnel from police and Central Armed Police Forces.
For the CISF, the recognition of one of its officers at an NSG training programme reflects the force’s continued emphasis on professional development and capacity building.
The CISF is responsible for providing security to a wide range of critical and sensitive installations across the country, including airports, industrial establishments, government infrastructure and other strategically important facilities. The evolving nature of security threats requires its personnel to remain prepared for conventional as well as complex emergency situations.
Specialised commando-oriented training can therefore play an important role in strengthening rapid response capabilities, improving tactical decision-making and enhancing coordination during situations requiring a high level of operational readiness.
The CISF has consistently focused on upgrading the skills of its officers and personnel through specialised courses, institutional training and exposure to advanced operational practices. Participation in programmes conducted by organisations such as the NSG further helps personnel develop capabilities beyond their routine security responsibilities.
Assistant Commandant Poojari Santosh Kumar’s achievement is also expected to serve as an example for other personnel undergoing advanced professional training. Recognition as the Best Student among a large group of participants reflects not only individual performance but also the training standards and operational culture encouraged within the CISF.
The force said the accomplishment reflects its continued focus on specialised training aimed at strengthening operational preparedness and enhancing its ability to safeguard India’s critical infrastructure.
As security challenges continue to evolve, greater emphasis is being placed on preparing officers who can combine physical resilience, tactical competence and sound decision-making. The performance of Assistant Commandant Poojari Santosh Kumar at the NSG’s Police Commando Capacity Building Course demonstrates the importance of such training in building a more capable and responsive security force.
His success adds another distinction to the CISF’s professional training record and reinforces the importance of inter-force training programmes in enhancing India’s overall internal security preparedness.
