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Libya Review
28-07-2025
- Politics
- Libya Review
India Sends Commandos to Secure Embassy in Libyan Capital
India will soon deploy commandos from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) to provide armed security for its embassy in Tripoli, Libya, following the mission's reopening in July 2024 after five years of closure. The move aims to ensure the safety of diplomatic staff amid ongoing security challenges in the North African nation. CRPF Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh announced during the 87th Raising Day of the force that personnel are preparing for deployment. 'The team will operate in Tripoli on similar lines as our security arrangement at the Indian embassy in Baghdad, Iraq,' he said, according to Indian media reports. Libya has faced a fragile security environment since the 2011 uprising that overthrew Muammar Gaddafi. Years of conflict have divided the country between rival administrations in the east and west. The Indian embassy had been closed in 2019 due to worsening violence, with its operations temporarily relocated to Tunisia and later Malta. Officials confirmed that about 40 CRPF commandos, led by a deputy commandant, will be stationed at the Tripoli embassy once final clearances are secured by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The embassy is located on Al-Shatt Street in the Libyan capital. The CRPF previously guarded the Tripoli mission before it was shut down. Its redeployment highlights India's renewed commitment to maintaining diplomatic relations and supporting its nationals in Libya. The Embassy of India in Tunisia noted that approximately 3,800 Indian citizens were repatriated from Libya in 2014 due to deteriorating conditions, including six individuals abducted by ISIS. With improved diplomatic ties and cautious optimism about stability, the reopening of the mission marks a significant step for India's engagement with Libya. Tags: CommandosCRPFIndiaIndian Embassylibyatripoli
Hindustan Times
27-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
CRPF commandos to soon secure Indian embassy in Libya
New Delhi, Commandos drawn from the Central Reserve Police Force will soon be sent to provide an armed security cover to the re-opened Indian embassy in Libya and its diplomatic staff. CRPF commandos to soon secure Indian embassy in Libya Speaking at an event held here to mark the 87th Raising Day of the force, CRPF Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh said on Sunday that the personnel are "preparing" to leave for the task at Tripoli, on similar lines of guarding the Indian embassy in Baghdad, Iraq. The Indian embassy in Libya was re-opened in July last year after about five years of closure due to the deteriorating security situation in the north African country. The overall law-and-order and security situation has been fragile in Libya since a 2011 uprising that toppled dictator Muammar Gaddafi, and the country being divided into eastern and western sections due to factional conflicts for more than a decade. Officials privy to the development told PTI that the CRPF was guarding the Indian embassy in Libya about four-five years ago but due to the conflict situation, it was closed and affiliated with the Indian embassy in the neighbouring country of Tunisia. The CRPF commandos were called back and they are being sent to Libya again as the embassy has re-opened. It is located at 45, Al-Shatt Street in Tripoli, they said. The sources said about 40 commandos led by a deputy commandant -rank officer will take charge at Tripoli after due clearances are issued by the Ministry of External Affairs . The CRPF has a similar commando team that has been securing the Indian embassy in Iraq since 2019. The Embassy of India in Tunisia said on its website under the head "India Libya Bilateral relations" that "in view of the fragile political and security situation prevailing in Libya in 2014, about 3,800 Indian nationals were repatriated, which included 6 Indians kidnapped by ISIS". "The Mission, which was temporarily relocated in D'Jerba , was later moved to Malta. The Mission in Tripoli resumed its operations in 2012, but was closed down in April, 2019 due to worsening security situation," it added. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
27-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
CRPF commandos to soon secure Indian embassy in Libya
Agency: PTI New Delhi, Jul 27 (PTI) Commandos drawn from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) will soon be sent to provide an armed security cover to the re-opened Indian embassy in Libya and its diplomatic staff. Speaking at an event held here to mark the 87th Raising Day of the force, CRPF Director General (DG) Gyanendra Pratap Singh said on Sunday that the personnel are 'preparing" to leave for the task at Tripoli, on similar lines of guarding the Indian embassy in Baghdad, Iraq. The Indian embassy in Libya was re-opened in July last year after about five years of closure due to the deteriorating security situation in the north African country. The overall law-and-order and security situation has been fragile in Libya since a 2011 uprising that toppled dictator Muammar Gaddafi, and the country being divided into eastern and western sections due to factional conflicts for more than a decade. Officials privy to the development told PTI that the CRPF was guarding the Indian embassy in Libya about four-five years ago but due to the conflict situation, it was closed and affiliated with the Indian embassy in the neighbouring country of Tunisia. The CRPF commandos were called back and they are being sent to Libya again as the embassy has re-opened. It is located at 45, Al-Shatt Street in Tripoli, they said. The sources said about 40 commandos led by a deputy commandant (DC)-rank officer will take charge at Tripoli after due clearances are issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The CRPF has a similar commando team that has been securing the Indian embassy in Iraq since 2019. The Embassy of India in Tunisia said on its website under the head 'India Libya Bilateral relations" that 'in view of the fragile political and security situation prevailing in Libya in 2014, about 3,800 Indian nationals were repatriated, which included 6 Indians kidnapped by ISIS". 'The Mission, which was temporarily relocated in D'Jerba (Tunisia), was later moved to Malta. The Mission in Tripoli resumed its operations in 2012, but was closed down in April, 2019 due to worsening security situation," it added. PTI NES RC (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: July 27, 2025, 16:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
22-06-2025
- The Hindu
Village in Etah on edge after clash over Dalit marriage
Dhakpura village under Awagarh police station limits in Etah district remained tense on Sunday (June 22, 2025) after a marriage procession of a Dalit family was obstructed and allegedly attacked by some individuals of dominant caste on Saturday (June 21, 2025) night. One policeman was injured while controlling the situation. Local Dalits alleged of facing threats and inaction by police. Police force is stationed in the village to calm down tension. Senior district police officials, including the Senior Superintendent of Police, reached the village to control the situation. 'The groom was coming from Hathras. As the bride is from the village and belongs to economically weaker family, the marriage was supported financially by all communities in the village. The marriage procession was going to the bride's house, but some people asked to take it to the whole village before reaching the destination. While passing through the settlement of a particular community (Rajput), verbal altercation took place. Police reached the spot to control the situation. In the melee, someone from the crowd threw stones at the police injuring a constable. We have registered an FIR against both the sides and investigating the matter through video footage. However, the marriage happened peacefully,' said Gyanendra Pratap Singh, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) to The Hindu. People belonging to Dalit community alleged that attempts were made by some individuals from the dominant caste group to forcefully turn back the marriage procession and threatened not to pass through the community settlement, leading to the incident. Local Dalits alleged of threats and demanded police to take action and provide security. In the past too, western and central U.P. districts have seen many such instances where Dalit marriage processions were obstructed by dominant social groups. In multiple occasions, police and administration have intervened to allow the procession pass peacefully.
India Gazette
05-06-2025
- India Gazette
581 CAPF companies, jammers, drones deployed to ensure safe Amarnath Yatra
New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): The Amarnath Yatra, a 38-day pilgrimage to the holy cave shrine in Jammu and Kashmir, has been secured with a massive deployment of 581 Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) companies, jammers, and drones. This extensive security arrangement aims to ensure the safe passage of devotees during the sacred journey. It comes in the backdrop of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, in which 26 tourists were killed. Besides, top official sources mentioned that all roads leading to the Yatra routes and National Highways will be temporarily blocked to ensure maximum security during the convoy's passage. In addition to these measures, a comprehensive deployment will include Road Opening Parties (ROPs) to secure and clear the routes, Quick Action Teams (QATs) for immediate response to threats, Bomb Disposal Squads (BDS) will detect and neutralise explosives, and K9 units (specially trained sniffer dogs) and drones will be used for aerial surveillance. These arrangements will be in place on both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes to the Amarnath Cave Shrine in Jammu and Kashmir. For the first time, the officials said, jammers will be installed to protect the Shri Amarnathji Yatra convoy during its movement, which will be escorted by Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). The Annual Hindu pilgrimage, scheduled to take place from July 3 to August 9, will be conducted over a reduced duration of 38 days for the first time this year. This year's Yatra is comparatively shorter than last year's 52-day pilgrimage. Officials said that 'preparations are in full swing to ensure a secure, seamless, and well-coordinated Yatra.' 'Regular high-level coordination meetings are being held with the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board, Divisional Administration, J-K Police, and other CAPFs to review and streamline security, logistics, and overall administration arrangements.' In a recent review visit, Director General of Central Reserve Police Force Gyanendra Pratap Singh personally inspected key sites, including Pahalgam, Jammu, base camps, and Yatri Niwas, to oversee on-ground preparedness and ensure that comprehensive measures are in place for the safety and convenience of the pilgrims. The Shri Amarnathji Yatra is an annual Hindu pilgrimage to the sacred Amarnath Cave Shrine, dedicated to Lord Shiva, located at an altitude of about 3,888 meters in the Himalayas of Jammu and Kashmir (J-K). The cave houses a naturally formed ice Shivling, believed to represent Lord Shiva, and draws lakhs of devotees every year. The Yatra is typically held during the Shravan month (July to August) as per the Hindu calendar, under the supervision of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB) and with coordinated support from security and civil administration. (ANI)
