India Enhances Internal Security with New IED Data Management System

India is enhancing its internal security by implementing the National IED Data Management System (NIDMS), connecting 780 districts to a centralized platform for monitoring IED incidents. Developed by the National Security Guard, this system aims to streamline data collection and improve coordination among law enforcement agencies. With a comprehensive database dating back to 1999, NIDMS is set to play a crucial role in post-explosion investigations and national security efforts. Discover how this initiative will transform the landscape of security in India.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 12, 2026, 15:53 IST

Strengthening National Security

India is set to bolster its internal security framework as 780 districts across the nation prepare to connect with the initial phase of the National IED Data Management System (NIDMS). This innovative platform is the first of its kind in the country, specifically designed for monitoring and analyzing incidents involving Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). Developed by the National Security Guard (NSG), India's specialized counter-terrorism unit, NIDMS aims to facilitate the organized collection, compilation, and dissemination of IED-related data on a national scale. The implementation of this first phase has already commenced, with plans to link approximately 800 end-users, including district-level law enforcement agencies and select special forces, through a highly secure network.

User Connectivity and Data Integration

A senior NSG official, speaking on the condition of anonymity, revealed that the user connectivity of the system extends down to the district level. The first phase focuses on connecting around 800 end-users to NIDMS, which includes nearly 780 districts, various local units, and specialized border forces that may require access to critical data. All information will be shared via a secure network. The official noted that NIDMS contains data on IED explosions and rescue operations dating back to 1999, making it one of the most comprehensive bomb-related databases in the country.

Centralized Data for Enhanced Coordination

Previously scattered across multiple agencies, thousands of data points have now been digitized and integrated into a single platform. This initiative aims to assist in post-explosion investigations and improve coordination among security and law enforcement agencies. The NSG's National Bomb Data Center (NBDC) has been compiling IED-related data for over two decades with government approval. The comprehensive dataset now uploaded to NIDMS includes details of all recovered IEDs and explosion incidents across the nation.