State 26 August 2026
National Security Guard Launches First All-Women Commando Course In Haryana
Why in the News?
The National Security Guard (NSG) has launched its inaugural Mahila Commando Conversion Course (MCCC) for women personnel from State Police Forces and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) at Manesar in Gurugram, Haryana.
Key Features / Major Points:
Course Duration: The course is a 12-week intensive training program designed to transform selected women personnel into physically indomitable and operationally razor-sharp commandos.
Core Training Areas: The curriculum covers advanced physical conditioning, weapons proficiency, marksmanship, tactical intervention, hostage rescue, and specialized counter-terror operations.
Operational Impact: Upon completion, the trained women commandos will return to their parent cadres as force multipliers, boosting internal security readiness across India.
Key Motto/Message: Highlighting women empowerment through operational excellence, NSG described the historic initiative with the slogan: "She Who Dares, Leads."
Static GK Facts:
National Security Guard (NSG): Raised: 1986 (under NSG Act, 1986) | Headquarters: New Delhi | Popularly Known As: Black Cats.
NSG Manesar Garrison: The primary training hub for NSG commandos located in Gurugram district, Haryana.
Parent Ministry: NSG functions as a specialized counter-terrorism force under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Where has the National Security Guard (NSG) launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course (MCCC)?
A: Manesar, Gurugram (Haryana)
Q: What is the duration of the inaugural All-Women Commando Course launched by the NSG?
A: 12 weeks
Q: Which elite counter-terrorism unit of India is commonly known as the 'Black Cats'?
A: National Security Guard (NSG)