NSG Launches First-Ever Mahila Commando Conversion Course in Haryana

Exam-focused facts from the 26 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The National Security Guard (NSG) Training Academy in Manesar, Haryana, launched the first-ever Mahila Commando Conversion Course (MCCC) for women personnel from State Police Forces and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).
The 12-week specialised programme began on August 24, 2026, and aims to train women in counter-terrorism and internal security operations.
The course includes rigorous physical conditioning, advanced weapons handling, marksmanship, tactical intervention, and hostage rescue training.
On completion, trained personnel will return to their parent forces with enhanced operational skills, expanding the pool of trained women commandos and improving interoperability between central and state agencies.