Promoting Safety and Unity: Nurturing India’s National Citizen Security Culture
New Delhi: The Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI) is organizing a roundtable conference on March 15th in Delhi to discuss the advancement of the Evolving National Citizen Security Culture campaign. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has expressed support for the concept and confirmed their assistance. This campaign aims to foster a comprehensive national security culture, serving as a significant milestone in India’s efforts to protect its citizens and strengthen the fabric of society. By adopting a multi-faceted approach that includes methodologies, processes, public awareness events, government engagement, and active participation from universities and civil society organizations, the campaign aims to enhance citizens’ knowledge, skills, and awareness regarding their own safety and their contribution to national security.
Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) is showing its support for the event, with a high-level delegation set to participate. The round table, convened by Kunwar Vikram Singh, Chairman of the Central Association of Private Security Industry (CAPSI), will have the privilege of hosting distinguished individuals from diverse sectors as keynote speakers. Among the esteemed lineup are Kunwar Vikram Singh, Chairman of CAPSI; Mahesh C Sharma, Secretary General of CAPSI; Maj Gen Raju Chauhan; Sh. Bhagwan Shankar, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary of the Government of Sikkim and former Joint Secretary (PM) at the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA); Lt. Gen Vinod G Khandare, Principal Adviser at the Ministry of Defence, Government of India (GOI); Lt. Gen AB Shivane; Lt. Gen Shokin Chauhan; Maj Gen R S Bhaduria; Prof Ajay Darshan Behera; Lt. Gen Sukhdeep Sangwan, a former General Officer of the Indian Army and former Director General of Assam Rifles; Dr. Deep Narain; Maj Gen Piyush Gupta; Dr. D K Giri, Consulting Editor at Brighter Kashmir; Maj. Gen Pankaj Saxena; Maj Gen Deepak Sapra; Maj. Gen. Vishwas Rao; Mr. Krishna Vatsa Swarup, a member of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA); Mr. Viresh Bhawra, IPS, Director General; Mr. Ramphal, IPS (Retd), former Director of the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), MHA; Mr. Shambhu Singh, IAS (Retd), former Joint Secretary (Northeast) at the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA); Mr. Vishwanath V Katti, President; Mr. Anil Puri, Vice President; Mr. Sanjeev Paul, Vice President; Mr. Sudhir Bhasin, Vice President; Mr. Deo Prakash Singh, Chapter President; Ms. Rupal Sinha, Board of Governor; and Mr. Anil Dhawan, Vice President (Technology). These individuals, along with others, will contribute their expertise and insights to the round table event.
Mr Kunwar Vikram Singh, Chairman, CAPSI said, ”In fostering a National Security Culture, we are committed to creating a supportive atmosphere that nurtures growth. It is important to create a culture of security within organizations. This means promoting a mindset where security is not treated as an afterthought, but incorporated into every aspect of our work processes. It involves regularly assessing and updating security measures, training employees on security protocols, and fostering a proactive approach to identifying and addressing vulnerabilities. It is crucial to remember that security is an ongoing process. It’s not a one-time job but something that requires continuous attention and adaptation.”
India considers the evolution of its National Citizen Security culture essential to safeguard citizens, empower communities, prevent security threats, counter extremism, promote social harmony, foster economic growth, and enhance cooperation at national and international levels. This comprehensive and holistic approach ensures the safety, well-being, and development of the nation and its people.
Remember, security is the responsibility of every individual. Each of us must prioritize and actively participate in safeguarding our online presence and protecting our valuable information. By remaining vigilant, well-informed, and proactive, we can contribute to a safer digital world for ourselves and future generations.
