CISF Spearheads Nationwide Fire Training Program to Enhance Urban Safety
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The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), India’s only Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) with a dedicated fire wing, has been leading a nationwide fire training program aimed at upgrading the skills of state fire service personnel. The initiative, launched in response to a directive from the Union Home Minister during the CISF Raising Day 2023, has made significant progress in enhancing fire safety and disaster management preparedness across the country.
Throughout 2023-24, the CISF’s Fire Service Training Institute (FSTI) in Hyderabad conducted 11 training batches, training 274 personnel from 113 cities. This momentum continued into 2025, with four out of five additional batches already completed, benefiting 106 participants from 46 cities across 10 states. To date, the program has successfully trained 380 firefighters from a total of 150 cities across 22 states and union territories.
The training curriculum is designed to focus on modern firefighting and rescue techniques, alongside crucial disaster management skills. Special emphasis is placed on addressing the complex challenges posed by dense urban environments and hazardous industrial areas. The program covers advanced topics such as sophisticated fire response mechanisms, preparedness for Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) emergencies, and the handling of chemical warfare agents.
A CISF spokesperson highlighted the force’s unique position and dedication, stating that the CISF is committed to enhancing the technical skills of fire personnel and fostering a proactive culture for fire safety and disaster management preparedness. The FSTI in Hyderabad is a state-of-the-art facility that serves not only CISF personnel but also extends its expertise to members of various national and international organizations.
CISF aims to further strengthen its partnerships with state fire services, contributing to enhancing India’s overall urban safety and security infrastructure. This aligns with the government’s vision of a disaster-resilient India and demonstrates the CISF’s unwavering dedication to safeguarding lives and property.
The CISF is also ready to accommodate additional training slots in the 2025 calendar if states are willing to nominate their firefighters for the course.
