Rashtriya Raksha University, through the School of Internal Security and SMART Policing (SISSP), has commenced a two-week training program on Smart Border Management for officers of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). The program is being conducted from February 18 to March 3, 2026, at Rashtriya Raksha University.

The inaugural session of the programme was held on 18th February 2026. The programme was formally inaugurated by Professor (Dr.) Bimal N. Patel, Vice-Chancellor, Rashtriya Raksha University, and Ravi Gandhi, ADG, BSF (Retd.), graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour.

The training programme is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of India’s border management and national security challenges, integrating strategic, legal, socio-cultural, and technological perspectives. The sessions focus on evolving border security concepts, India’s Neighbourhood First policy, and the strategic importance of borders, with specific reference to the Indo-Nepal and Indo-Bhutan borders. The programme also covers relevant legal frameworks, inter-agency coordination, emerging cross-border threats, and the application of smart technologies, surveillance systems, and intelligence-based approaches for effective border management. Senior SSB officers with extensive field and operational experience are participating in the programme.

The inaugural session featured a short video presentation highlighting Rashtriya Raksha University’s vision and mandate in national security and policing. Addressing the participants, Shri Ravi Gandhi shared professional experiences from his distinguished service with the Border Security Force, offering insights on leadership, discipline, operational preparedness, and ethical conduct in uniformed services.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Bimal N. Patel emphasised the importance of mental resilience and psychological well-being for personnel deployed in challenging operational environments. He highlighted linguistic and cultural challenges in border areas and underscored the relevance of language skills in enhancing operational effectiveness. He also invited the officers to visit RRU’s advanced laboratories and infrastructure, showcasing the University’s growing role in technology-driven training and research for the armed forces, CAPF, and security agencies. He noted that personnel from over 82 countries have undergone training at RRU, reflecting its expanding global footprint.

As the programme progresses, the exchange of knowledge and professional experience is expected to enhance operational preparedness, strategic thinking, and inter-agency coordination among participating SSB officers. The programme also aims to strengthen cooperation and mutual understanding among agencies involved in border management and internal security.

 

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