Assam Rifles equips CISF personnel with essential drone awareness and response skills through comprehensive training, enhancing security measures at locations like Agartala's MBB Airport.
Key Points
- Assam Rifles provided drone awareness and training to CISF personnel to enhance their ability to handle drone-related security challenges.
- The training covered drone identification, threat assessment, and appropriate response measures, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- CISF personnel received hands-on experience with drone operations, including live demonstrations and basic handling techniques.
- The joint training initiative aims to improve inter-agency coordination and operational efficiency in dealing with drone threats.
- The training is particularly relevant for CISF personnel responsible for security at MBB Airport in Agartala.
The Assam Rifles conducted a comprehensive drone awareness and training session for personnel of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), a release said on Thursday.
Experts from Assam Rifles briefed participants on various types of drones, their capabilities, and potential security implications at the Assam Rifles ground here on Wednesday.
"With the increasing use of drones in both civilian and security domains, the training aimed to familiarise CISF personnel with the evolving challenges posed by unmanned aerial systems and equip them with the necessary skills to respond effectively", the release said.
"Special emphasis was laid on the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to be followed during drone encounters, including identification, threat assessment, and appropriate response measures", it said.
Practical Drone Training and Operations
The session was followed by a practical training component, where CISF personnel were given hands-on exposure to drone operations.
"Participants witnessed live demonstrations of drone flying and were trained in basic handling and maneuvering techniques. The practical segment also enabled them to understand methods of identifying different drone models and their functionalities in real-time scenarios", it stated.
Enhancing Inter-Agency Coordination
According to the release, officials highlighted that such joint training initiatives play a crucial role in enhancing inter-agency coordination and operational efficiency.
"The programme not only improved technical awareness among CISF personnel but also boosted their confidence in dealing with drone-related situations. Participants appreciated the initiative, describing it as timely and highly relevant in the current security landscape", it said.
The CISF handles the security of MBB Airport at Agartala.
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