The Home Ministry has approved the establishment of the first all-women battalion of CISF in a landmark decision aimed at empowering women and enhancing their role in national security. The proposal for the creation of all-women battalions in the Force was initiated following the direction of Home Minister Amit Shah on the occasion of the 53rd CISF Day function. CISF has been a preferred choice for women who wish to serve the nation in the Central Armed Police Force, constituting over seven per cent of the force at present. Our correspondent reports that the addition of a Mahila battalion will encourage more aspiring young women across the country to join CISF and serve the nation. It will give a new identity to women in CISF. The CISF Headquarters has started preparations for the early recruitment, training, and selection of a location for the Headquarters of the new battalion. The training is being specially designed to create an elite battalion capable of performing multifarious roles as commandos in VIP security, as well as the security of airports and Delhi Metro Rail duties.