The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Raising Day is observed annually across India on 10 March to commemorate the establishment of the CISF in 1969 and to honour the service, dedication, and sacrifices of its personnel in safeguarding the nation’s critical infrastructure and industrial assets.

• 10 March 2026 marks the 57th CISF Raising Day.

CISF Background:

Establishment: In 1969, CISF was established under the Central Industrial Security Force Act, 1968 (Act No. 50 of 1968). It functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

Legislative Process: The CISF Bill was passed by the Parliament of India on 13 August 1968 and received Presidential assent on 2 December 1968.

• The Act came into force on 10 March 1969, marking the formation of CISF.

2026 Celebrations: In 2019, the GoI decided to celebrate CISF Raising Day across different parts of India, instead of only in New Delhi, Delhi.