Amit Shah Praises Women's Role in Border Security at BSF Exhibition
Amit Shah: Women have contributed more than men in securing borders

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Union Minister Amit Shah emphasized the significant contributions of women in border security during the inauguration of a BSF exhibition in Bikaner, Rajasthan. He announced that by 2030, women will receive all benefits extended to male personnel and highlighted the completion of 66 out of 79 barracks for women in Rajasthan.
- 01Amit Shah inaugurated the BSF exhibition at the Sanchu border outpost in Bikaner, Rajasthan.
- 02He stated that women have contributed more to border security than men.
- 03A project worth ₹200 crore is underway to complete 360 barracks for BSF personnel, enhancing working conditions for women.
- 04As of FY 2024-25, 1,680 women personnel were recruited for border guarding forces under a reservation policy.
- 05Amit Shah conducted a security review meeting with officials in Bikaner, discussing border security with local leaders.
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During the inauguration of the Border Security Force (BSF) exhibition at the Sanchu border outpost in Bikaner, Rajasthan, Union Minister Amit Shah praised the contributions of women in border security, asserting they have outperformed men in this area. He highlighted the government's gender-neutral approach, which aims to involve women in all sectors, and assured that by 2030, all benefits currently available to male personnel will also be extended to women. Shah announced that 66 out of 79 barracks for women personnel have been completed as part of a ₹200 crore project to enhance their working conditions. This project will facilitate better operational efficiency for women in border areas. Additionally, he mentioned the recruitment of 1,680 women personnel in the financial year 2024-25, following a policy that reserves 14 to 15 percent of constable posts in border guarding forces for women. Shah also conducted a security review meeting with officials from the Home Ministry and the Rajasthan government to discuss border security measures.
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The completion of barracks will improve working conditions for women in the BSF, enabling them to perform their duties more effectively.
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