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CRPF - An Introduction

Internal Security Academy

Central Training College- I

Central Training College- II

Central Training College- III

Recruit Training Centres

CRPF - An Introduction

CRP was raised at Nimach on the 27th of July 1939 as "CROWN REPRESENTATIVE'S POLICE" with a view to assist the British Govt. to deal with political disturbances and to help princely states in the maintenance of public order. After independence CRP was re-designated as the CENTRAL RESERVE POLICE FORCE by Central Government. It is one of the oldest and most experienced paramilitary forces in the country. It is deployed all over India for maintenance of Law and Order and internal security duties. CRPF is a versatile force performing multifarious duties. Whether it were anti-insurgency operations in the North East or tackling terrorism in Punjab and J&K; guarding of vital installations or ensuring security of VIPs, CRPF is always there- vigilant, and alert. It has participated in Indo-China and Indo-Pak wars. It has also formed part of the Indian Peace Keeping Force in Srilanka and many UN peace-keeping missions in different parts of the globe. CRPF has 153 Battalions, 29 Groups Centers and 08 Training institutions with a total strength of 1.8 Lakhs today. The Motto of the force is "SERVICE AND LOYALTY".

Traditions of the Force:

1. CRPF is trained for Police duties of superior order.
2. CRPF has a national composition and a secular outlook.
3. CRPF commences and culminates the day's work with National Songs.
4. CRPF's discipline is "A-One".
5. CRPF's training imbibes the best of the Police and the Army.
6. CRPF is proud of its turnout.
7. CRPF's administration is decentralized.
8. CRPF's honesty and integrity are exemplary.

Ten Commandments of CRPF:

1. Place country above self.
2. Uphold constitution and rule of Law.
3. Obey all lawful commands.
4. Be disciplined, courageous and alert.
5. Be mutually supportive, compassionate and considerate
6. Respect Human Rights
7. Perform duties promptly, impartially and courageously.
8. Acquire and upgrade professional skills for your tasks.
9. Rise above caste, creed and religion.
10. Have pride in the force and respect the motto "Service and Loyalty"

Internal Security Academy

The rapidly changing pattern in the society violence has made the problems of Internal Security more complex & complicated. Economic distress, prevalent social inequalities and extremist activities coupled with rapid technological advances have added to the difficulties of administrators in handling Internal Security problems. It was, therefore, felt that Police Officers and Administrators should be exposed to the developing trends in various aspects of Internal Security with a view to sharpen their perception and to devise better tools and techniques for handling these problems.
The Internal Security Academy was established under the aegis of Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India at Mount Abu (a hill station at an altitude of approximately 1200 mtrs in the Aravali ranges in Rajasthan).
The Academy has been identified as Centre of Excellence in the matters of Internal Security & related issues. It also offers facilities for research studies on Internal Security and related subjects and will expand its source base through tie-ups with similar institutions in and outside the country. The Academy conducts the following Internal Security Courses:
1. Junior Level Internal Security Course for Dy.S.P/ SDMs of States / CPOs.)
2. Senior Level Internal Security Course for S.P. / D.M. / Commandants of States / CPOs.
3. Internal Security Strategy Management Course for Deputy Inspectors General of Police of States / CPOs.
4. Vertical Interaction Course on Internal Security for IPS officers.

The Mission of ISA

The primary mission of the Internal Security Academy is to prepare officers with right attitudinal orientation for the police organizations and other services for their assigned tasks and responsibilities with uprightness, dedication and a strong commitment of service to the people. The Academy will aim at quality training with total quality management of the Institution. it will endeavor to inculcate in the trainees, professional knowledge and skills, attitudes, values and norms which would enable them to serve the Nation better. The Academy will be a "Centre of Excellence" for training and research in various fields and will bring responsiveness, commitment, awareness, infusion of scientific temper and accountability.
The Academy, by using various strategies will sensitize its trainees to the fast changing social, political and economic milieu, and will inculcate respect for human rights, broad liberal perspective of law and justice, high standards of professionalism, physical and mental alertness and specialization in various fields. The academy will be a focal point for training officers of C.R.P.F., Central Police Organization, Indian Police Services and other Central/ State Police Services who have to deal with internal security challenges. It seeks to create an ideal training environment and sensitization to socio-economic and political environment. The Academy will adopt itself to the changing needs of the trainees and will expand its resource base through tie-ups with other training institutions and academic centers in and outside the Country. The Academy will play a pro-active role by imparting a correct vision and right ethical values to its trainees. The Academy will have the quest for true inspiring excellence in training and research.

Climate

Mount Abu has a healthy and salubrious climate the year round. Winters are as cold as in Delhi. The average maximum and minimum temperature during day and night from November to February is approximately 250 'C and 70 'C respectively. From July to September it rains. The average annual rain fall is 153 to 177 Cms. The average day and night temperature during these months will be around 200C and in the summer months from April to June, 350C and 250C respectively. The peak tourist season at Mount Abu lasts from March to June and from September to December. (Area-25 Sq KMs; Population: 15500; Temperature: SUMMER - Mean max- 33.30 & Min - 28.30 C; WINTER - Mean Max-23.3 & Min-11.60 C).Heavy warm clothing is required from the middle of November to the middle of March.

Reception

The participants are required to intimate well in advance their travel plan i.e date and time of their arrival to the ISA, CRPF Mount Abu for arranging reception at Abu Road Railway Station or at Mount Abu Bus Stand, as the case may be.

Clothing & Equipment

Winter clothing will be required during evenings and nights from October to March and even during daytime from November to February. Light warm clothing is recommended from July to September and no warm clothing during April to June.
Participants are not required to put on uniform while attending the classes. However, it is advisable to bring one set of uniform (working dress) for outdoor training/Role play/demonstrations etc. Lounge suits / Shirts with Tie are necessary for forenoon sessions during the course and mess functions. Game dress - tracksuits may be worn during afternoon session.

Books & Reading Material

Though the officers will be provided with reading material for the course, they are however, advised to bring with them the case studies, histories of incidents pertaining to law and order, dispersal of mobs, unlawful assemblies, ambushes, Raids, and other operational successes and failures of the force or any other material pertaining to Internal Security which they think will be of interest to other participants for discussion.
The ISA has a well-stocked library and reading room having a large number of periodicals etc. The participants may like to avail of this facility.

Recreation & Sports

Facilities for the following games are available in Academy: -
a) Basket Ball b) Table Tennis
c) Tennis d) Volley Ball
e) Hockey f) Badminton
g) Mini Gymnasium. h) Billiards

Sports equipments will be provided by the Academy, however participants interested in tennis/badminton are advised to bring own tennis/badminton racquets.

Transport

Transport will be provided by the Academy at Abu Road Railway Station / bus stand on receipt of advance intimation regarding the date and time of arrival. Regular buses and taxies also ply during the day, between Abu Road and Mount Abu. The Rajasthan State Transport Corporation plies direct Buses from Ahmedabad, Delhi, Ajmer, Jaipur, Sirohi and Udaipur to Mount Abu. The nearest Airports are Udaipur (180 Kms) and Ahmedabad (224 Kms). However, for those traveling by air, Ahmedabad would be more convenient as it is well connected to Abu by road and train.

Arrival

Participants coming under their own arrangements may report at the Academy Office or at the Anandlok Officers' Mess / Rajputana Hostel Estates, Participants' Hostel opposite the Academy.

Accomodation & Messing

The trainee officers' will be accommodated in the officers' Mess Annexe. They should bring sufficient cash with them to clear the boarding and lodging charges as cheques and credit cards are not accepted.
The participants will be provided boarding at the Officers' Mess of the Academy. The likely charges are between Rs.70/- to Rs.80/- per day depending upon the menu etc. Mess advance for the various courses to be deposited with the Mess Secretary, will be as under:

(i) For a course/seminar lasting for a week- Rs. 500/-
(ii) For a Course lasting up to two weeks - Rs.1000/-
(iii) For a Course lasting more than two weeks - Rs.2000/-

Dispersal

Participants will be permitted to leave after the valedictory address on the concluding day of the course. They can leave on the same day by the evening trains / buses. The officers from their respective starting stations should arrange the return journey reservation in advance. In case any assistance is required, they should give details to the Course Director on their arrival. All Officers should clear their dues (Mess/Library/Canteen/Lodging etc.) prior to their departure.

Banking Facilities

Following Banks function at Mount Abu: -
1. State Bank of India.
2. State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur.
3. Union Bank of India.
4. Bank of Baroda.
NOTE: ATM facility is also available with SBI & SBBJ.

Central Training College- I

The Central Training College-I, CRPF Neemuch, a premier Police training Institution in the country, was established on the 1st December’1960. It is oldest training Institution of Central Reserve Police Force. The Institution has been conducting regular courses for CRPF personnel as also for other State and Central Police Organisations and departments like Narcotics, Parliament Security, I.B and Indian Air Lines.
Neemuch is located on the Ajmer-Khandwa metre line as well as on Kota- Neemuch broad gauge line on Western Railway. It is linked by rail and road via Ajmer-Kota and Ratlam. Neemuch can also be reached by Air via Udaipur (120 Kms.)
The campus is an old cantonment which has sufficient out door training grounds and indoor classes. Sufficient facilities for recreation and games are available for the participants of different in-service courses.

Central Training College- II

The Central Training College-II has finally shifted to Coimbatore (Tamilnadu) from Avadi (Chennai) on 1st May’1 2000 due to increased training responsibilities and lack of adequate training area and other administrative constrains. The campus comprises of 400 acres of land in the foot hills of Sanjeevi hills which fulfils all the pre-requisites for an ideal and most modern training institution. The semi- mountainous terrain is best suited for various out door exercises. An improvised field firing range and natural stop butt at the end by the hill is a special feature of the campus.
The Central Training College-II is located at a distance of about 17 Kms from Coimbatore Railway Station which is on the Coimbatore-Bangalore highway. It can be reached by rail and is also well connected by air.

Central Training College- III

The Central Training College-III was established in May’1994 with the specific requirement of the Force in training Directly Appointed Subordinate Officers of Ministerial Cadre, Group ‘C’ & ‘D’ Hospital staff and organising promotional cadres for personnel at the level of Under Officers and Subordinate Officers besides some inservice and specialist courses of training. Its sprawling campus of 400 acres has completed 1st phase of construction.
The Central Training College-III is located at Mudkhed at a distance of 40 Kms from Nanded in Maharastra. It is linked by rail and road. The distance is about 850 Kms from Delhi.

Recruit Training Centres


Recruits Training Centre-I
Neemuch (M.P.), established during Sept' 1968
Climatic condition of Neemuch is moderate. The afternoons are hot during summer but evening and night are quite pleasant due to 'Malwa Breeze'. Rainy season is from July to September. The winter is also moderate.
Recruits Training Centre-II
Avadi, Chennai (Tamilnadu). Established during Feb' 1969.
The climate is generally warm throughout the year. It rains during the months of October to December. During November to February it is normally cold.
Recruit Training Centre-III
Pallipuram, Trivandrum (Kerala). Established during October' 1986.
Climate at Trivandrum is hot and humid through out the year. The monsoon are heavy during June to August. During remaining months also there are showers off.
Recruit Training Centre-IV
Humhuma, Srinagar, J&K. Established during March'1990.
Moderate climate from April to October and extreme cold from November to February.

Police Training Schools/Academies/Colleges

Police Training Colleges / Academies

Andhra Pradesh Police Academy
Assam PTC
Delhi PTC
Goa PTS
Gujarat Police Academy
Gulbarga Police Training College
Haryana Police Academy
Himachal Pradesh PTC
Jawahar Lal Nehru Police Academy
Jharkhand PTC
J&k-Sher-I-Kashmir Police Academy
Karnataka Police Academy
Kerala PTC
Khanapur Police Training School
Maharashtra Police Academy
Meghalaya PTC
M.R.S.Punjab Police Academy
North Eastern Police Academy
Orissa PTC
Rajasthan Police Academy
Tamil Nadu Police Academy
Tripura PTC
UP-Dr. B.R.Ambedkar Police Academy
West bengal PTC
Khanapur Police Training School
Nagaland Police Training School

Academies of Central Police Organisations

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy
Assam Rifles
Border Security Force Academy
Bureau of Police Research and Development
Central Bureau of Investigation Academy
CISF-National Industrial Security Academy
CRPF-Internal Security Academy
DCPW-Central Police Radio Training Institute
Indo Tibetan Border Police Academy
National Crime Records Bureau
National Institute of Criminology and Forensic Science
National Security Guard
Railway Protection Force
Special Protection Group
Special Service Bureau