Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Odisha Approves New Security Force Battalions, New Courts
The government of Odisha is adding two more groups, called battalions, to its security force that protects industries.
This is because the state is growing its industries, so more protection is needed.
The new groups will have a total of 2,080 people, with most being full-time employees and some hired from outside.
This is part of a plan to help industries grow and keep things peaceful.
Also, the government is creating 56 new courts to help with legal matters, adding more jobs for judges and staff.
Odisha Chief Minister sanctioned two additional battalions for the Odisha Industrial Security Force (OISF).
The new battalions will be the 3rd and 4th, increasing the total OISF posts.
A total of 2,080 posts have been approved, with 1,944 being regular and 136 outsourced.
The move aims to support the state's growing industrial activities and industrial growth.
The government also approved 840 posts for 56 new courts in Odisha.
- Who
- Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi sanctioned the posts.
- What
- The creation of two new battalions for the Odisha Industrial Security Force (OISF) and the establishment of new courts.
- When
- Announced on Wednesday, July 23rd
- Where
- Odisha, India
- Why
- To support industrial growth and create a peaceful environment for industrial activities.
- Total Posts Sanctioned for OISF
- 2,080
- Regular Posts in New Battalions
- 1,944
- Outsourced Posts
- 136
- Total OISF Posts After Expansion
- 4,927
- New Courts Approved
- 56
- Posts Approved for New Courts
- 840