Saini addresses Valediction Ceremony of 6th batch of SWAT Commando Course at Commando Training Centre, Panchkula
Chief Minister inaugurates Rs 85 lakh Firing Simulator
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh-
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini said that the government is committed to making Haryana’s law and order a model in the country by strengthening the police force with modern resources, improved infrastructure, and state-of-the-art training. He said that Rs 300 crore is being spent on police modernization, while the recruitment process for 5,500 new police personnel is underway.
The Chief Minister was addressing the Valediction Ceremony of the sixth batch of the SWAT Commando Course at the Commando Training Centre, Panchkula, as the chief guest. During the course, 88 personnel including 11 PSIs and 77 other ranks received training in modern weapons and specialized operational skills.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister also inaugurated a Firing Simulator constructed at a cost of Rs 85 lakh. This state-of-the-art facility integrates modern technology with training and provides personnel with an accurate experience of real-time situations. The simulator enables them to practice complex scenarios without risk, improves reaction time, and enhances firing accuracy. It will make training more effective, scientific, and result-oriented.
25,700 personnel trained at the Commando Training Centre so far
The Chief Minister said that the Commando Training Centre, Panchkula, was established in 1984 and has been formally imparting commando training since March 4, 1985. Keeping in view the emerging security challenges at the time, the centre was conceived to prepare a highly trained force for special operations. Spread over approximately 12 acres, it has today become a symbol of the bravery and professionalism of the Haryana Police. From the Basic Commando Course to the SWAT Commando Course, 12 types of specialised courses are conducted here. So far, 25,700 personnel have been trained here and have dedicated themselves to the service of the state and the nation.
Commando Training Centre to be equipped with more advanced technologies in the future
Addressing the SWAT Commandos, the Chief Minister said that becoming a SWAT Commando is not merely attaining a rank but assuming the responsibility of being a strong guardian of the state’s security. He said that during the course, personnel gained proficiency in specialised techniques such as anti-terror operations, close-quarters battle, drone operations, IED handling, and firefighting.
He added that the present era has moved beyond traditional crime patterns, with challenges such as terrorism, organised crime, cyber-enabled attacks, and drone-based threats emerging rapidly. In such circumstances, the role of specialised units like SWAT becomes extremely important. He further said that the Commando Training Centre, Panchkula, will be equipped with more advanced technologies in the future. Simulation-based training, virtual reality modules, and inter-agency joint exercises will be strengthened further. The government’s endeavour is to ensure that every personnel is fully capable not only physically but also mentally and technically, he asserted.