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22 June 2026

CISF deployment in Jammu & Kashmir prisons

The deployment of CISF in prisons serves as a practical example of evolving internal security strategies and the changing mandate of central paramilitary forces in managing high-security threats like terrorism.

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Notes

  • The Union Home Ministry has decided to deploy the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) at five additional prisons in Jammu & Kashmir.
  • This expansion includes a new high-security prison in Kathua, designed for inmates involved in serious offences such as terrorism.
  • The CISF previously assumed security duties for Central jails in Srinagar and Jammu (Kot Bhalwal) in October 2023.
  • The CISF mandate includes securing both inner and outer perimeters of these facilities.
  • Security measures employed by the force include trained manpower, modern surveillance systems, and strict access control protocols.

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  1. The deployment of central paramilitary forces in state-run prison facilities marks a shift in internal security management. Discuss the implications of this trend for prison administration and the maintenance of internal security in sensitive regions. 150 words
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  1. Which of the following central forces has been tasked with providing armed security to high-security prisons in Jammu & Kashmir?

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