New Delhi: The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has established a quality control unit to enhance the operational efficiency of its aviation security wing, which provides counter-terrorist cover to 68 civil airports across the nation.
A spokesperson for the paramilitary force stated on Saturday that the Internal Quality Control Unit (IQCU) will play a crucial role in developing world security procedures and technologies for airports utilized by millions of domestic and international passengers daily.
This initiative aligns with the National Civil Aviation Security Quality Control Programme (NCASQCP) of 2024, issued by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), as well as the Aircraft (Security) Rules of 2023.
The BCAS, operating under the Civil Aviation Ministry, is responsible for framing security policies for the Indian civil aviation sector.
The new unit aims to standardize civil aviation security procedures and training, recommend globally available new technologies, facilitate internal audits of CISF security units and their protocols, and identify gaps for improvement.
This unit will be integrated into CISF’s Aviation Security Control Center (ASCC), located in the national capital, serving as a centralized hub for coordinating security at all 68 civil airports under the force’s jurisdiction.
The latest system will also encompass airports covered by the Regional Connectivity Scheme (UDAAN), according to the spokesperson.
The IQCU will be led by a senior CISF officer, supported by a team of certified aviation security instructors.
The Central Industrial Security Force, comprising approximately 180,000 personnel and operating under the Union Home Ministry, serves as the national civil aviation security force and has deployed around 50,000 personnel to secure the 68 airports.
