- Answer to MP Appalanaidu’s Question
- Centre Rules Out Vizianagaram
- Infrastructure Push Continues
Article Today, New Delhi:
The Union government has informed Parliament that a total of 83 training institutions are currently operational across the country for the Central Armed Police Forces. The information was shared in a written reply by the Ministry of Home Affairs to a question raised in the Lok Sabha by Vizianagaram Member of Parliament Kalisetti Appalanaidu.
Focus on Preparedness
Replying on behalf of the Home Ministry, Minister of State Nityanand Rai said the training ecosystem for the CAPFs had been strengthened to meet emerging internal security and border protection challenges. He noted that training standards were being continuously upgraded to ensure operational readiness.
No New Centre Proposed
However, the government clarified that there was no proposal at present to establish a new CAPF training centre in Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh. The Minister pointed out that a Central Reserve Police Force training centre was already functioning at Kalikiri in Chittoor district.
Role of Training Institutions
The Ministry underlined that the existing 83 institutions play a critical role in imparting basic and advanced training to personnel involved in internal security, counter-terrorism and border management. These centres cater to a large number of personnel every year and operate on a continuous training cycle.
Modern Training Methods
Meanwhile, the government said training modules had been updated to reflect contemporary security needs. In addition to basic drills, personnel are trained in counter-insurgency operations, jungle warfare and emergency response. Emphasis is also placed on technology usage, medical support and disaster response skills.
Infrastructure Investment
The Home Ministry disclosed that substantial investments had been made in training infrastructure over the past five years. During this period, Rs.755.42 crore was allocated for infrastructure development, of which Rs.743.46 crore was spent, indicating a utilisation rate of over 98 per cent.
Use of Funds
According to the reply, the expenditure covered construction works, modern equipment procurement and vehicle purchases. These investments were aimed at enhancing training quality and improving overall force capability.
Future Roadmap
Therefore, the Centre reiterated its commitment to expanding and modernising training facilities based on operational requirements. The Ministry said greater emphasis would be placed on technology-driven training methods in the coming years to address evolving security challenges.
