The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has stepped up its combat preparedness along the India-China border amid continuing face-offs between Indian and Chinese troops at multiple locations in Arunachal Pradesh. ITBP Director General Shatrujeet Singh Kapur confirmed the ongoing confrontations while addressing personnel at an event in Alwar, Rajasthan, on October 22.
The ITBP is strengthening its defence capabilities by deploying drone platoons across border units and introducing specialised ‘Strike’ combat training to prepare personnel for situations similar to the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. The force’s newly formed Shaurya Commandos have also been praised for their performance during the recent confrontations. The training programme is expected to cover the entire force by the end of 2027.
Alongside combat training, the ITBP is developing underground shelters and upgrading equipment and infrastructure at forward border posts to improve troop safety and operational readiness. The force is also focusing on drone and anti-drone technology to address evolving security challenges along the 3,488-km Line of Actual Control (LAC). These measures aim to strengthen India’s border security amid continuing tensions with China.
