At Meraki Lawn, CISF Force Headquarters in New Delhi, Director General of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Shri Praveer Ranjan, joined personnel for Diwali Milan Samaroh and extended Deepawali greetings to the CISF fraternity.
The gathering brought together officers and personnel in a festive setting, where the Director General acknowledged their role in safeguarding the nation’s critical infrastructure. He also sent his Deepawali greetings virtually to CISF personnel and their families posted across the country, recognising the sacrifices made by those who remain on duty during festivals.
Speaking at the event, DG Praveer Ranjan described Deepawali as a festival that symbolises the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. He urged CISF personnel to uphold the traditions of the Force and remain committed to protecting vital installations and infrastructure across the country.
He also referred to the ongoing organisational transformation within the CISF, including the move towards a functional vertical-based organisational structure. According to the message conveyed at the event, this transition is intended to improve operational efficiency and strengthen specialised security capabilities.
The Director General stressed the importance of professionalism, specialisation, domain expertise and operational excellence in meeting emerging security challenges. He said the restructuring is aimed at helping the Force respond more effectively to evolving threats while sustaining high standards of security across its responsibilities.
DG Praveer Ranjan further called on all personnel to remain guided by unity, discipline, integrity and dedication, describing these as core values behind the CISF’s continued role as one of India’s premier Central Armed Police Forces.
He also encouraged personnel to contribute to the national vision of a safe, secure and prosperous Viksit Bharat through committed duty and excellence in service.
The Diwali Milan Samaroh also served as an occasion for the CISF leadership to strengthen bonds with personnel, encourage camaraderie and recognise the work of security personnel deployed in different parts of the country.
The CISF is responsible for securing airports, industrial establishments, government buildings, nuclear and space installations, and other strategically important infrastructure across India. The celebrations reflected the Force’s effort to maintain morale, reinforce organisational unity and support uninterrupted security duties during the festive season.
