A New India

Chapter 113: National Security Guard - III

Rohan sat in his office, deep in thought. Neeraj had provided him with a solid framework for the National Security Guard (NSG)

But Rohan knew it could be more. His knowledge of future conflicts,terrorism, cyber warfare, insurgencies gave him a unique understanding.

The NSG had to be more than just an elite force, it had to anticipate the evolution of threats and act decisively before they escalated.

Rohan spent hours refining the framework, detailing a structure that could stand the test of time.

By noon, he was ready. He knew India needed a force that could handle everything from internal terrorism to external sabotage, one that would stand resilient against the world's growing dangers.

In the afternoon, Rohan gathered the core team involved in the NSG's creation: Neeraj, Keshav Mehra (DGP), Rao (R&AW Chief), Atma Jayram (IB Chief), and Colonel Arvind Singh, the man chosen to lead the NSG.

Colonel Singh, a decorated officer would be responsible for transforming this vision into reality.

Rohan began the meeting, not wasting any time. "Gentleman, The structure Neeraj outlined was strong, but I've made adjustments to ensure we're not just reacting to threats but preparing for them."

He passed each of them a copy of the revised framework. "This," Rohan continued, "is the NSG as it should be, flexible, fast, and efficient. We're not just creating an anti-terror force. This will be a multi-targeted group capable of handling everything from hostage crises to intelligence-led operations."

Rohan paused and the continued

"The NSG will be divided into specialized units, each focusing on a specific area of expertise. First, we have the Special Action Group, or SAG. These will be our elite operatives, drawn from the military, police, and intelligence agencies. They'll focus on high-risk counter-terrorism operations, such as hostage rescues, bomb threats, and direct action missions."

Colonel Singh, experienced in training elite soldiers, nodded again. "We'll need a rigorous selection process. The men in SAG will have to be trained to withstand extreme pressure both mentally and physically."

"That's exactly what I'm counting on," Rohan replied. "Their training will be unlike anything we've done before urban warfare, close-quarters combat, anti-hijacking tactics, all at the highest level. They'll be our rapid deployment team, the first ones to act in the face of immediate threats."

Neeraj added, "And they'll need the best equipment and technology. If they're to act quickly and decisively, outdated equipment won't cut it."

Rohan nodded. "They'll get the latest in everything, communications, weapons, protective gear. I'll ensure the funding comes through defense allocations, but we'll keep it discreet for now. SAG will be the backbone of the NSG."

Neeraj, flipping through the document, added, "You've also expanded the role of the Special Ranger Groups. What's their scope?"

Rohan pointed to the section. "The Special Ranger Groups, or SRGs, will handle logistics, intelligence support, and tactical coordination. They'll work closely with both R&AW and IB to ensure that SAG has all the real-time intelligence and operational support they need. Without the SRGs, we risk gaps in communication or supply lines, which we can't afford."

Atma Jayram leaned back, thinking about past intelligence failures. "This integration will be key. We've lost time in the past because intelligence didn't reach the field teams fast enough. With SRGs within the NSG, that won't happen again."

Rao added, "We'll need to set up secure communication channels between R&AW, IB and the NSG. Real-time intelligence is crucial. We'll build new protocols to ensure that information flows directly to the command center during operations."

Rohan, seeing that everyone was able to understand the new domain of security continued.

"The SRGs will be the bridge between our intelligence services and the field teams. They'll also handle surveillance, cyber operations, and predictive intelligence, anticipating threats before they even materialize."

Neeraj, still reviewing the plans, raised another point. "You've included a Rapid Response Unit as well. Can you explain their role in this?"

Rohan's expression grew serious. "The Rapid Response Unit will be a smaller, more mobile force. Their job will be to stabilize the situation within minutes of a threat emerging. We can't always wait for a full-scale operation to be planned. This team will act as the first line of defense, containing the situation until SAG can arrive to neutralize the threat."

Colonel Singh smiled slightly. "That's a smart move. We can't afford to lose time in the critical moments after an incident starts. A quick, highly mobile unit will save lives."

Rohan agreed. "They'll be trained for immediate deployment, capable of handling the chaos of an emerging situation before it spirals out of control."

Atma Jayram added, "We'll also need a dedicated bomb disposal and explosives unit."

Rohan nodded. "We'll have a specialized team for bomb disposal and handling explosives. Their training will focus on neutralizing high-risk scenarios like planted bombs or suicide bombers. We can't leave any gaps in our ability to respond."

Rao, finally asked, "How do we handle recruitment? We can't just pull from the usual channels. Though I am under the impression that a new wave of officers are being trained to form the core of NSG but we need people who understand this new approach to security."

Colonel Singh answered confidently. "I'll oversee recruitment personally. We'll take experienced personnel from the military, police, and intelligence services, but we'll also need specialists in cyber warfare, communications, and logistics. We'll keep the group small at first, building the foundation before expanding."

Rohan agreed. "This needs to stay quiet for now. We'll begin recruitment immediately, after the first wave of officers are trained but no public announcements. The NSG won't go public until we're ready, and by that time, I want it fully operational."

Neeraj closed the document and looked at Rohan. "What you've outlined here will change how we respond to threats. It's not just an elite unit, it's an integrated force, ready for anything."

Rohan's tone was firm. "That's exactly the point. The threats we face now are different from the ones we'll face in the future. We can't afford to build a force that reacts. We need one that's always ready, one that anticipates what's coming. The NSG will be the shield that protects India from everything, seen and unseen."