CAPSI to train 2 lakh Drone Warriors & Set up City Security Councils under Joint Security Innovation Centre Initiative

Delhi:– In a significant step towards enhancing urban safety and leveraging advanced technology for security, the Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI) under the aegis of the Joint Security Innovation Centre announced two ground breaking initiatives: launch of a Drone Warriors Task Force on 20^th January and the formation of City Security Councils (CSC) in partnership with State Police on 23^rd January 2025.

Drone Warriors Task Force: Harnessing Technology for National Security

The inaugural meeting of the Task Force on Drone Warriors held on 20^th January, highlighting the importance of technology in modern security operations. Chaired by Sh. Anil Dhawan, the Task Force aims to train 2 lakh Drone Warriors from the private security sector. The comprehensive training program will adhere to standards set by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). A proposal has been sent to the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for upskilling to security personnel as Drone Warriors.

Key outcomes from the session include:

1. Launching a training program to equip participants with the necessary skills to operate drones for surveillance, security, and emergency response.
2. Strategic discussions on leveraging drone technology to enhance security capabilities across various environments.

The Task Force is headed by Shri Anil Dhawan, Manging Director DB Security Solutions Pvt Ltd includes eminent members such as Shri Harshvardhan Sharma, Director Legal GDX Security Solutions Pvt Ltd, Capt Sunil Dogra, Assistant Vice President Aerodrone Robotics Innovision Ltd, Shri Lokesh Sharma, Senior Director & Group Head Administration OP Jindal University, Shri Manan Batra Certified Drone Pilot/ Private Security Specialist Shri Abhishek V. Allroy, Brig Baldev Singh Senior Vice President, Checkmate Services Pvt Ltd, Wg Cdr Sonika Tanwar, Chief Technology Officer, Scytale Alpha Pvt Ltd, Sh. Sanjeev Paul, National Vice President, CAPSI, Shri. Sudhir Bhasin, National Vice President CAPSI, Capt Allroy Collaco, Director Projects, SSSDC and Ms Rinku Lamba, Executive Director, CAPSI.

City Security Councils: Building a Safer Urban Future

In a parallel development the Task Force on City Security Councils (CSC) was held on 23^rd January at the Constitution Club of India, marking a major milestone in the development of a robust National Citizens Security Culture. The Task Force, chaired by Sh. Anil Pratham, IPS (R), former DGP of Gujarat, includes distinguished members such as Shri Sanjay Shishodia DGM (Lead) – Corporate Services, Hero Moto Corp Limited, Col Puneet Salhotra Head Administration, Shiv Nadar School, Col Deepak Dadhwal Head of Corporate Security Times Group, Lt Col Kumar Vikram Singh, Head Security Retail and Inland , Terminal, DP World, Sh Sudhir Bhasin, Vice President of CAPSI Lt Gen Ashok Shivane, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.), Strategic Adviser to Chairman CAPSI, Sh Bhagwan Shanker, IAS (R), Advisor CAPSI, Sh Mahesh Sharma, Secretary General of CAPSI,  Capt Allroy Collaco, Director Projects, SSSDC, Ms. Rinku Lamba, Executive Director, CAPSI.

Key resolutions from the meeting include:

1. Formation of City Security Councils in major metro cities across India. These councils will be established in collaboration with District Police, Private Security Agencies, Industry Associations, Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), and NGOs. A concept paper has already been sent to the Commissioners of Police in Delhi, Noida and Gurgaon.
2. Corporate Partnerships: An invitation has been extended to corporates to support and contribute to the success of this initiative.
3. Collaborative Efforts: Developing actionable policies and innovative solutions to address urban safety challenges effectively.

The City Security Councils will serve as a vital platform for integrating public and private resources to ensure the safety and security of citizens.

A Unified Commitment to Public-Private Collaboration

Both the City Security Councils and the Drone Warriors Task Force reflect CAPSI’s commitment to fostering innovative and collaborative solutions for national security. These initiatives underscore the importance of public-private partnerships in creating a safer and more secure India.

The next steps include defining actionable plans and timelines to implement these transformative programs across the country.