Archive · 10 Aug 2026
New SAF Battalion Coming to Khandwa, Says Madhya Pradesh CM
Some very important police leaders in a place called Madhya Pradesh, in India, have big news.
The leader of the state, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, said a new group of special police soldiers called the SAF battalion will be set up soon in a district named Khandwa.
He also said three new units of the State Industrial Security Force will be created.
Many police officers are being promoted to higher ranks.
More than 27,000 police officers and workers got promotions.
Some special police teams will be made up of young people from tribes called Baiga, Bharia, and Sahariya.
The state has hired more than 14,000 new police officers since 2023.
Right now, about 9,751 more people are being chosen for police jobs.
The Chief Minister also praised famous police figures like National Security Advisor Ajit Doval.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced a new SAF battalion will be established soon in Khandwa district, Madhya Pradesh.
Three State Industrial Security Force units will be constituted in the state, with one being formed in the first phase.
A record 27,534 police officers and personnel across 58 cadres have been promoted.
Special police companies will be formed comprising youths from the Baiga, Bharia and Sahariya Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups.
Since 2023, over 14,704 candidates have been selected and recruitment for 9,751 more posts is under way.
- Who
- Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, along with DGP Kailash Makwana, speaking at a police department felicitation programme in Bhopal.
- What
- Announcement of a new SAF battalion in Khandwa, new State Industrial Security Force units, tribal youth companies, and police recruitment and promotion initiatives.
- When
- Announced on a Monday; the article does not specify the exact date.
- Where
- Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh; the new battalion will be located in Khandwa district.
- Why
- To strengthen the police force, create employment opportunities for youths, include PVTG tribal communities, and recognise long-pending promotions.
- New SAF Battalion
- To be established in Khandwa district, Madhya Pradesh
- State Industrial Security Force Units
- 3 to be constituted; 1 in the first phase
- Total Promotions
- 27,534 police officers/personnel across 58 cadres
- Constables Promoted
- 12,928 promoted to head constables
- Head Constables Promoted
- 5,171 promoted to assistant sub-inspectors
- Recruitments Since 2023
- 14,704 candidates selected
- Recruitment Underway
- 9,751 posts; police band and FSL in final stages
- PVTG Tribes
- Baiga, Bharia, Sahariya