National Security Gaurd(NSG): The elite counter-terrorism force of India
NEW DELHI: The National Security Guard (NSG) celebrated its 42nd Raising Day on October 16, Friday, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari extending greetings to the elite counter-terrorism force and lauding its courage, professionalism and dedication to safeguarding the nation.
In a post on X, Amit Shah extended his greetings to the NSG personnel, describing them as warriors who have thwarted terror threats to India with courage, professionalism and sacrifices. “Raising Day greetings to the warriors of the National Security Guard. The NSG Black Cats have blown up every terror threat to India with the fury of the storms and guarded the nation with steely courage, flawless professionalism and valiant sacrifices. Salute to the martyrs of the force”, he wrote on X.
Raising Day greetings to the warriors of the National Security Guard.
The @nsgblackcats has blown up every terror threat to India with the fury of the storms and guarded the nation with steely courage, flawless professionalism and valiant sacrifices. Salute to the martyrs of the… pic.twitter.com/JGrAVMJRY8
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 16, 2026
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari also saluted the courage, professionalism and dedication of the Black Cats. In the post shared on X, Gadkari wrote, “On the occasion of NSG Raising Day, salute the unparalleled courage, professionalism and unwavering dedication of the brave Black Cats who stand at the forefront of India’s fight against terrorism. Their selfless service and supreme commitment to national security inspire every Indian. Heartfelt wishes to all NSG personnel and their families”.
On the occasion of NSG Raising Day, salute the unparalleled courage, professionalism and unwavering dedication of the brave Black Cats who stand at the forefront of India’s fight against terrorism. Their selfless service and supreme commitment to national security inspire every… pic.twitter.com/OXSIPxvSch
— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) October 16, 2026
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also extended heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the NSG commandos and their families on the occasion. In his post on X, Adityanath wrote, “Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the brave commandos of NSG and their families on the foundation day of NSG Black Cats. With the sacred motto of ‘सर्वत्र-सर्वोत्तम-सुरक्षा’ (Ubiquitous-Utmost-Security), the heroes of NSG have played an unparalleled role in safeguarding the nation and protecting citizens with complete dedication and discipline”.
NSG के सभी वीर जवानों एवं उनके परिवारजनों को @nsgblackcats के स्थापना दिवस की हार्दिक बधाई व शुभकामनाएं।
'सर्वत्र-सर्वोत्तम-सुरक्षा' के पावन ध्येय के साथ NSG के वीरों ने पूर्ण निष्ठा और अनुशासन से देश की रक्षा व नागरिकों की सुरक्षा में अपनी अतुलनीय भूमिका निभाई है।
माँ भारती की… pic.twitter.com/ALbmyt5NV7
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) October 15, 2026
Meanwhile, the Additional Directorate General of Public Information extended its wishes on X and wrote, “Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth and All Ranks of the Indian Army extend warm greetings and best wishes to All Ranks, Veterans and Families of the National Security Guard (NSG) on the occasion of 42nd Raising Day”.
The NSG is a federal contingency force to deal with anti-terrorist activities. The National Security Guard is a force equipped and trained to deal with specific situations and is therefore used in exceptional circumstances to thwart serious acts of terrorism. It was established in 1986.
(With Inputs from ANI)
