The Border Security Force (BSF) celebrated its 60th Raising Day on December 1, 2024. This day marks the anniversary of the force’s formation in 1965.
History and Facts about the BSF
- Formation: The BSF was established on December 1, 1965, in the wake of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965. The need for a specialized force to guard India’s borders became evident after Pakistan attacked Sardar Post, Char Bet, and Beria Bet in Kutch.
- First Director General: K F Rustamji, an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, was the first Director General and founding father of the BSF.
- Motto: The BSF’s motto is “Jeevan Paryant Kartavya”, which translates to “Duty Unto Death”.
- Role: The BSF is responsible for guarding India’s land borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh. It is the world’s largest border security force, with a sanctioned strength of 270,000 personnel.
- Capabilities: The BSF has grown from 25 battalions in 1965 to 193 battalions today, including an air wing, water wing, artillery regiment, and specialized units.
- Operations: Apart from border guarding, the BSF also engages in counter-insurgency operations, anti-Naxal operations, and internal security duties. They have been involved in various operations, including the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 and the Kargil War.
Q,: When was the Border Security Force (BSF) established?
a) March 1, 1962
b) April 1. 1963
c) December 1, 1965
d) January 1, 1969
Ans : c) December 1, 1965
The Border Security Force (BSF) celebrated its 60th Raising Day on December 1, 2024. This day marks the anniversary of the force’s formation in 1965.
