NSG Launches First Mahila Commando Conversion Course for Women Personnel

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

Key facts

The National Security Guard (NSG) has launched its first Mahila Commando Conversion Course (MCCC) for women personnel from State Police Forces and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).
The 12-week course began on August 24, 2026, at the NSG Training Academy in Manesar.
The course aims to train women in counter-terrorism and internal security operations, including physical conditioning, weapons handling, tactical intervention, and hostage rescue.
The initiative seeks to expand women's participation in specialised security roles and improve interoperability between central and state agencies.
Trained personnel will return to their parent forces with enhanced skills for counter-terrorism and security responsibilities.