India celebrates CISF Raising Day on March 10 each year to honor the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF). The 56th Raising Day was observed on March 10, 2025, in Thakkolam, Tamil Nadu. Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended as the chief guest, along with Union Minister Dr. L. Murugan and CISF Director General Rajvinder Singh Bhatti. CISF was founded in 1969 under the CISF Act of 1968 and initially had 3,129 personnel. Now, it has expanded to 1,77,713 personnel, securing ports, airports, industries, historical monuments, and key infrastructure. The day is marked by parades, cultural programs, and tributes to CISF personnel.
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