Indian Special Forces (archived)

[bhramos]

NSG functioning without top commander for six months!!!

New Delhi: The country's elite counter-terrorist force NSG is functioning without its top operations commander for almost six months as both the Home and Defence ministries have not been able to get a suitable Army officer for the job.
The last incumbent of the post - Inspector General (Operations) Major General RS Pradhan was repatriated from the elite commando force on July 12 last year even before he completed his stipulated three-year tenure.
Pradhan had joined the 'black cats' on June 21, 2010 on deputation from the Army.

Sources in the Home Ministry said that at a time when the NSG has spread its security web by deploying its crack commandos in various important cities across the country, the absence of the top commander can turn out to be a costly affair for the force in the possible event of a terrorist attack or an hijack attempt.
"The Home Ministry has twice drawn the list for appointing an eligible Major General rank officer in consultation with the Ministry of Defence but they have still not been able to find a suitable officer for the crucial post. The NSG's fighting forces are under the command of the IG (operations) and the officer is next in command to the NSG DG in terms of operations," a top source said.
According to sources, Union Home Minister P Chidambaram had some time back approved the name of a senior Army Major General but the posting has still not taken place. The Ministry of Defence, according to sources, is still to give its nod on the selection.

NSG functioning without top commander for six months: Sources - India News - IBNLive

 

[Ray]

How typical!

But the Govt will be the first to pacify the nation that the Nation is in good hands and the machinery is well oiled!

 

[Koovie]

INS Sukanya prevents piracy attempts thrice in five days - Indian Defence

note the two gun sights one one Tar21

 

[Ray]

If the Marcos did things like the SEAL, then would it be worthwhile.

But then, yes, there has to be a political will to employ them so!

 

[Singh]

A Soldier's Wish : NSG commando paralysed in 26/11 ops, wants to see Oberoi again

A Soldier's Wish
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Paralysed because of the Oberoi rescue operation of 26/11, he wants to see the hotel again



When the 26/11 attacks were happening in Mumbai, PV Manesh was one of the NSG commandos airdropped into the Trident Oberoi. He spent 24 hours inside, battling terrorists until a grenade fell near him. Now paralysed along his right side, he harbours a wish: to see the hotel again.

Manesh says he wants to do it because he is not able to recollect anything about the hotel. It was dark when he entered and he was unconscious when being taken out. He had dropped, as he remembers, into 'a pool of blood' on the terrace. He recalls the room-by-room search that began from the top floor. On the 22nd floor, he almost came face to face with one of the terrorists and shot him down. Within minutes, Manesh too was hit—by the grenade. "We rescued 42 inmates trapped inside their rooms. Many of them were foreigners .When we broke open the doors, we saw inmates huddled in corners with terrified faces," he says.

After the grenade went off, shrapnel fell on his head. He had his helmet on, but it went right through it. "I woke up four days later, only to realise that the right side of my body was paralysed," he says. He was in a Kolkata hospital for one year after that. He slowly regained mobility, aided by Ayurvedic treatment. Two pieces of sharpnel have been removed, but one still remains lodged inside. "It is in the left side, on the back of my head. Doctors said it would be risky if we try to remove it," he says. He can walk now, though his right arm and fingers still remain motionless. Manesh is now posted at the 122 TA Battalion in his home town Kannur in Kerala.

He now wants to jog his memory of 26/11. "I saw the video of the commando operation on the internet after months. On that occasion, I hardly noticed anything other than the movements of terrorists inside," he says.

Manesh had made a couple of personal visits to Mumbai before 26/11, but never saw the Oberoi Trident then. "I want to go to Mumbai again to see the Oberoi. Not in the uniform of a commando, but with my wife and child," he says.

A Soldier's Wish | OPEN Magazine

 

[Singh]

Special commandos and tactics teams: India's G.I. Joes on display during Republic Day

Special commandos and tactics teams: India's G.I. Joes were out on Rajpath and rooftops during Republic Day celebrations
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Trained to tackle hostage situations, the SWAT team are deployed during VIP movements and at key government functions

Meet India's terror busters - commandos from the Special Protection Group (SPG), the National Security Guard (NSG) and the Delhi Police, including SWAT or Special Weapons and Tactics team.
SWAT TEAM, DELHI POLICE

The SWAT team is the Delhi Police's 'NSG', specialising in assault roles.

The force, comprising around 100 commandos, was formed during the Commonwealth Games in 2010 to shoot down suspicious 'flying objects'.

Trained to tackle hostage situations, these men are deployed during VIP movements and at key government function.

1. MP5: A 9mm submachine gun of German design manufactured by Heckler and Koch.

One of the most widely used submachine guns in the world, the 3kg assault rifle fires around 800 rounds per minute and has an effective range of 200m.

2. Bulletproof knee and elbow pads: Protects the knees and elbows from injuries.

3. Headgear: Same as the one used by Black Cat commandos. It's fire-resistant and helps to conceal the identity of the commando. Price: Rs 350 to Rs 600.

4. Glock 17 pistol: Referred to by the manufacturer as Glock 'safe action' pistol, it is a semi-automatic weapon.

The 9x19mm weapon is light, extremely reliable and easy to use.

5. Advanced audio communication set: Keeps communication lines open during operations.

NATIONAL SECURITY GUARD (NSG)

It's an offensive force, specialising in anti-terror operations and giving protection to VIPs. The Black Cats played a major role during the 26/11 anti-terror operations.

1. Headgear: Fire-resistant balaclava also helps conceal the identity of the officer during anti-terror operations. The name 'Black Cat' comes from their black nomex coveralls and balaclavas. The balaclava comes for Rs 350 to Rs 600.

2. Light-weight bulletproof vest: High grade, level-3 Kevlar bulletproof vest. It can withstand a 7.62- caliber bullet fired from 10m from an AK-47. The 2.2kg vest costs Rs 35,000 to Rs 2 lakh apiece.


The NSG are anti-terror operations and give protection to VIPs

3. Binoculars: Equipped with night vision devices and are mainly used for surveillance. The range of the binocular is at least 1km.

4. Utility commando dagger: Manufactured in the USA, it is very effective in close combats. Price: Rs 800 to Rs 1,600.

5. Glock 17 pistol: The 9x19mm, low-weight pistol, with above-average magazine capacity of 17 cartridges, is used for its reliability. It is safe, easy and quick to use

6. Advanced audio communication set: Same as the one used by the SPG. Wireless headset and receiver allows the commando to talk to other unit members during operations, while his hands are free to work the weapon.

SPECIAL PROTECTION GROUP

These elite commandos protect the PM, former PM and their immediate families. It's a defensive force as the commandos' primary task is to protect the VIP.

They are experts in Krav Maga, an Israeli self-defence technique extremely effective in hand-to-hand counter- combats.


These elite commandos protect the PM, former PM and their immediate families

TACTICAL EYEWEAR: Ballistic shield protects eyes from splinters and other foreign objects Price: Rs 19,000.

LIGHT-WEIGHT BULLETPROOF JACKET: High grade, level-3 Kevlar bulletproof vest. It can withstand a 7.62- caliber bullet fired from 10m from an AK-47. The 2.2kg vest costs Rs 35,000 to Rs 2 lakh apiece.

FABRIQUE NATIONALE D'HERSTAL F-2000 ASSAULT RIFLE:

A 5.56x45mmNATO caliber, Belgium-made rifle. The 3.5kg rifle fires 850 rounds per minute and has an effective range of 500m. Bullpup design places the magazine behind the trigger, making it easier to manoeuvre and reload. Price: Rs 1.25 lakh.


The Delhi Police imparts commando training to select personnel, who are assigned specialised roles

FN FIVE-SEVEN PISTOL: The 610gm semi-automatic pistol, with an effective range of 50m, is of Belgian make.

Fires 5.7mm caliber bullets, thus the name. The pistol is currently in service with military and police forces in more than 40 countries. Price: Rs 50,000.

BULLETPROOF KNEE AND ELBOW PADS: Protects the knees and elbows from injuries.

TACTICAL BOOTS: Non-skid combat boots costing around `4,000 are effective both in ground battles and climbing high walls.

DELHI POLICE COMMANDOS

The Delhi Police imparts commando training to select personnel, who are assigned specialised roles such as guarding the route during R-Day celebrations and anti-sabotage checks, among others

1. AK-47 AKM rifle: The 7.62x39mm, 3.1kg rifle fires 600 rounds per minute and has an effective range of 400m. The price of the rifle varies in different countries

2. Heavy bulletproof vest: The traditional vest has been modified for protection of the neck and abdomen

3. Magazine pouch: To carry extra ammunition.



Read more: Republic Day 2012 celebrations: India's GI Joes were out on Rajpath and rooftops | Mail Online

 

[Singh]

 

[Koovie]

Wow our police forces get better and better every year! while those SPG guys look badass as always.

btw, is that AKM made by the OFB???

 

[bhramos]

Wow our police forces get better and better every year! while those SPG guys look badass as always.

btw, is that AKM made by the OFB???

yeah its OFB made AKM... check the pic of kunal with AKM

 

[KS]

Can anyone identify this unit ?

 

[Blackwater]

r u testing us or u really dont know????

 

[Blackwater]

looks like CISF...........

 

[KS]

looks like CISF...........

definitely not CISF.Its an Army unit.

I dont know which unit this is..especially I am not able to get a match on the insignia.

 

[Blackwater]

definitely not CISF.Its an Army unit.

I dont know which unit this is..especially I am not able to get a match on the insignia.

i am sure it must be any para military not military

 

[KS]

i am sure it must be any para military not military

Do you find anything common between the photo I posted and this one ?

 

[Nirvana]

Dude this is Indian Air force Garuda SF , My 100 Rs !! I am never Wrong :cool2:

 

[KS]

Dude this is Indian Air force Garuda SF , My 100 Rs !! I am never Wrong :cool2:

If you notice the guy in the left most in pic # 1 is the exact same guy in the middle in post # 6. He is now a Para commando.

I want to know the former unit (pic 1) from the insignia.

MP.net photos say they are garuds though I am not sure.

Are Garud commandos recruited from Paras ? Wiki says No. So how come a Garud commando become a Para ?

 

[blueblood]

Armoured Corps, IMO, black berets.

 

[Tomcat]

Garud airman wear the "Airman Beret Badge" on the cap. They are also parachute trained, and wear the Operational Paratroopers Brevet above the right pocket. The "Garud Force Patch" can be seen worn on the sleeve. The Garud Commando Badge, which was worn on the right pocket and resembles the NSG badge, is no longer in use. Instead they now have a Garud Winged Badge which is gold in colour and worn on the left chest, similar to where pilot/aircrew wings are worn.


The Garuds used to wear a black beret, instead of the traditional maroon beret of the other Indian Special Forces units, but now wear the maroon beret. They sport the operational paratroopers brevet on the right chest. The formation ensignia is worn on the left shoulder. The Garuds are also entitled to wear "IAF GARUD" titles on the sleeves.

 

[Ray]

If you notice the guy in the left most in pic # 1 is the exact same guy in the middle in post # 6. He is now a Para commando.

I want to know the former unit (pic 1) from the insignia.

MP.net photos say they are garuds though I am not sure.

Are Garud commandos recruited from Paras ? Wiki says No. So how come a Garud commando become a Para ?

All Jats look the same to non Jats!

Paratroopers are the only ones who can wear the maroon beret and that too when serving with a Para unit.

However, many still prefer to wear the maroon, even when not with the Paras and instead on Extra Regimental Employment, which is not correct.