Amit Shah Highlights Women's Role in Border Security During BSF Exhibition

Union Minister Amit Shah recently highlighted the crucial role of women in border security during a BSF exhibition in Bikaner, Rajasthan. He praised the contributions of female personnel, stating they surpass those of their male counterparts. Shah announced that by 2030, all benefits will be extended to women in the force. With ongoing projects aimed at enhancing the comfort and effectiveness of female officers, the government is committed to gender equality in security roles. His visit also included discussions with local officials on security matters, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in safeguarding the nation's borders.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 26, 2026, 20:05 IST

Amit Shah Commends Gender Equality in BSF

On Tuesday, Union Minister Amit Shah praised the Border Security Force (BSF) for its commitment to gender equality, stating that the contributions of women in border security surpass those of men. He inaugurated a BSF exhibition at the Sanchu border post in Bikaner, Rajasthan, where he also interacted with BSF personnel and opened barracks specifically for female officers.

Significant Contributions of Women in Border Security

While addressing the gathering, Shah emphasized the importance of adopting a gender equality perspective and providing opportunities for women across various sectors. He expressed his satisfaction in noting that women's contributions to border security are significantly greater than those of their male counterparts. By 2030, all benefits will be extended to them. He mentioned that out of 79 barracks constructed for female personnel in Rajasthan, 66 have been completed.

Ongoing Projects to Enhance Female Personnel's Comfort

Shah further stated that the remaining barracks are under construction, and a project worth ₹200 crores covering 360 barracks in border areas will enable female officers to perform their duties more effectively and comfortably. In January 2016, the central government decided to reserve 14 to 15 percent of constable positions in border security forces, including BSF, SSB, and ITBP. According to a response from the Ministry of Home Affairs in December 2025, 1,680 female personnel were recruited in the fiscal year 2024-25.

Amit Shah's Visit to Bikaner

Meanwhile, Amit Shah visited border areas in Bikaner and held discussions with officials regarding security matters. The meeting included Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Rajasthan government, BSF officers, and district magistrates and police superintendents from five bordering districts.