Union Home Minister Amit Shah

April 9, 2026 10:59 AM

Amit Shah pays tribute to CRPF personnel on Valor Day

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday paid tribute to the personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on the occasion of CRPF Valor Day, remembering their courage and sacrifice in protecting the nation. In a post on X, Shah saluted the bravery of CRPF personnel and recalled their historic role in the 1965 battle at Sardar Post in the Rann of Kutch. "Salute to the indomitable courage and sacrifice of our brave hearts on CRPF Valor Day," he said. Highlighting the significance of the...

April 3, 2026 1:21 PM

Manipur: CM Singh meets Guv after Delhi talks with HM Amit Shah, reviews security

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh met Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla soon after returning from New Delhi, where he had held discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah on a range of issues concerning the state. An official from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) said that Singh also conducted separate meetings with senior civil and Army officials, during which multiple matters were deliberated, including key security concerns. Sources indicated that the meeting between the Governor...

April 3, 2026 11:43 AM

‘Immortal symbol of Indian pride, protector of national honour’: Amit Shah pays tribute to Shivaji Maharaj

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday paid homage to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj on his death anniversary (Punyatithi), describing the 17th-century Maratha ruler as an “immortal symbol of Indian pride and the protector of national honour”. Posting on X, HM Shah wrote: “I pay homage at the feet of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Ji, the immortal symbol of Indian pride and the protector of national honour.” "For the protection of religion and culture, he united the people and established H...

April 2, 2026 12:17 PM

Parliament Budget Session: Lok Sabha to take up CAPF Bill today

The Lok Sabha is set to take up the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, on Thursday, a day after it was passed in the Rajya Sabha amid a walkout by Opposition members. The Bill, likely to be moved by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, proposes significant changes in senior-level appointments within the CAPFs. It provides that 50 per cent of posts at the rank of Inspector General will be filled through deputation. Additionally, at least 67 per cent of posts at the rank o...

March 10, 2026 10:15 AM

Amit Shah extends heartfelt greetings to CISF personnel on 57th Raising Day

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday extended heartfelt greetings to Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel on the occasion of 57th Raising Day. In a post on X, he praised the CISF, underlining their unwavering commitment, service to the nation, and patriotism. "Greetings to the CISF personnel on Raising Day. Whether safeguarding the nation's vital installations or shielding the nation during crises, their dedication reflects the true spirit of patriotism and professionalis...

February 26, 2026 3:03 PM

Amit Shah inaugurates SSB Border Projects in Bihar’s Araria

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday inaugurated and laid the e-foundation stones for several infrastructure projects of the Sashastra Seema Bal at Border Outposts Leti and Indarwa in Araria district of Bihar. Addressing SSB personnel and local residents, the Home Minister stressed the need for constant vigilance along the India–Nepal border, noting that friendly relations between countries do not rule out security challenges. He said that anti-national elements could attempt to misuse ...

February 13, 2026 9:39 PM

HM Shah hails PM Modi, describes ‘Seva Teerth’ as symbol of public service

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday termed the inauguration of the new Prime Minister’s Office ‘Seva Teerth’ by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a historic step towards placing public service above all at the very heart of Indian democracy. In a message on social media, the Home Minister said, “Today is historic day in placing public service at the very centre of Indian democracy, as Modi Ji inaugurated the new Prime Minister’s Office, ‘Seva Teerth’. ‘Seva Teerth’ symbolise...

February 9, 2026 6:08 PM

Chhattisgarh: PM Modi promoted tribal culture, commercialised forest resources through branding, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's sustained efforts towards tribal empowerment, cultural revival and economic self-reliance while addressing the closing ceremony of the Bastar Pandum Festival in Chhattisgarh's Bastar district. Speaking on the last day of the festival, Shah highlighted the Centre's initiatives to promote and commercialise tribal products and traditions, stating that the celebration of the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Mun...

February 9, 2026 5:27 PM

‘Lay down arms, join mainstream of development’: Amit Shah renews appeal to Maoists in Bastar

Declaring that the fight against Naxalism is not directed at individuals but focused on ensuring the safety and future of tribal villages, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reiterated his call for Maoists to lay down their arms and join the mainstream of development. He was addressing a gathering of tribals in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, on Monday during the concluding ceremony of the Bastar Pandum festival. He urged those still carrying weapons to surrender, assuring them of dignified rehabilitation...

January 30, 2026 3:27 PM

Amit Shah lays foundation stone for Assam’s second Assembly complex in Dibrugarh

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday described the day as a landmark for Assam as he laid the foundation stone for the proposed second complex of the Assam Legislative Assembly in Dibrugarh, a move aimed at strengthening governance and improving administrative access for people in Upper Assam. Addressing a public programme at Khanikar, HM Shah said the new Assembly complex, along with the MLA hostel, would significantly enhance the ease of governance in the region once completed. He noted t...