New Delhi, Nov. 21 -- In a major security policy stride towards enhancing India's port security architecture, the Central government has designated the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) as a Recognised Security Organisation (RSO) for port security under the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. The decision marks a significant milestone in enhancing national maritime readiness and advancing India's vision of secure and efficient port-led economic growth.

According to an official statement issued by CISF, the development is a crucial step toward strengthening the country's port security architecture and aligns with the government's strategic focus on developing the Blue Economy as a catalyst for economic expans...