21 IPS Officer Trainees Complete Five-Day CRPF Familiarisation Programme in Kashmir, Gain Counter-Terrorism Exposure
Twenty-one IPS officer trainees from the 78th Regular Recruit (RR) Batch, Second Batch, have completed a five-day familiarisation programme in Kashmir, gaining first-hand exposure to CRPF operations, counter-terrorism procedures, tactical preparedness and security coordination in the Valley.
Twenty-one Indian Police Service (IPS) officer trainees belonging to the 78th Regular Recruit (RR) Batch, Second Batch, have successfully completed a five-day familiarisation programme in Kashmir, gaining valuable field-level insights into counter-terrorism operations and the functioning of security forces in a sensitive operational environment.
The programme, organised in association with the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), concluded on November 8, 2026. It was designed to familiarise the young officers with the security challenges of the region and provide them with practical exposure to the operational responsibilities of personnel deployed in sensitive areas of the Valley.
The initiative also sought to bridge the gap between classroom-based police training and the practical demands of maintaining internal security in challenging circumstances.
IPS Trainees Attached to CRPF Companies for Field Exposure
As part of the programme, the 21 trainees were divided into smaller groups and attached to different CRPF companies operating in the region. The field attachment provided them with an opportunity to observe the functioning of operational units, understand ground-level security arrangements and interact with personnel engaged in counter-terrorism and internal security duties. The trainees received exposure to several important aspects of field operations, including:
* Cordon and Search Operations (CASO): Familiarisation with the procedures, coordination mechanisms and operational framework involved in search operations.
* Tactical Operation Bases (TOBs): Understanding the functioning of tactical bases, their operational preparedness and routine activities.
* Field Administration: Exposure to the administrative responsibilities, logistical requirements and operational management of security personnel deployed in high-intensity security environments.
The programme enabled the probationary officers to gain a better understanding of the challenges faced by security forces while performing their duties in a complex security environment.
Tactical Demonstrations and Visits to Key CRPF Units
The concluding day of the familiarisation module featured specialised briefings and practical demonstrations focusing on counter-terrorism procedures and operational preparedness.
A live room intervention demonstration was among the key highlights, offering the trainees an insight into tactical responses and procedures used in close-quarter security situations.
The officers also visited three important CRPF operational and support units:
* War Room: The visit provided an understanding of operational coordination and the mechanisms used for managing security-related activities.
* Social Media Cell: The trainees were introduced to information monitoring and the role of digital platforms in contemporary security management.
* Madadgaar Cell: The visit familiarised them with public assistance mechanisms and the CRPF’s efforts to address the concerns of citizens.
A specialised display of weapons and modern operational equipment was also organised, enabling the trainees to familiarise themselves with the resources and technology used by CRPF personnel during field deployments.
Five-Day Programme Concludes With Feedback and Debriefing
The five-day familiarisation programme concluded with an interactive feedback and debriefing session on November 8. During the session, the IPS trainees shared their observations, discussed the experiences gained during their attachment with CRPF companies and reflected on the operational and administrative lessons drawn from the programme.
The interaction also provided an opportunity to assess the trainees’ understanding of the security environment and the coordination required among different agencies operating in sensitive regions.
Strengthening Practical Training of Young IPS Officers
The Kashmir familiarisation programme forms part of the broader effort to equip young IPS officers with practical knowledge of internal security challenges and the functioning of specialised security forces.
Exposure to field operations, tactical preparedness, operational coordination and public assistance mechanisms is expected to contribute to their professional development as future police leaders.
For the 21 officer trainees, the programme offered an opportunity to understand the realities of policing in a sensitive region while gaining first-hand insights into the responsibilities and operational challenges faced by the CRPF in maintaining security across the Valley.
