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@ Dmurphy
I was about to say the same thing. The pic is "titled" as that of an NSG commando. I think it is wrong.
I was about to say the same thing. The pic is "titled" as that of an NSG commando. I think it is wrong.
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Chektak, please stop painting purely administrative decisions with political colours and whine like a DDM. Jodhpur (in Rajasthan - INC ruled, close to Paki border) and Guwahati in Assam (INC ruled, grappling with an ever increasing insurgency and frequent attacks) are also covered by the IA's SFs and BSF respectively.chetak wrote:Rahul M wrote:with all the institutes and research orgs there people would have thought there was a better case for b'lore than either chennai or hyderabad.
The simple but inescapable fact is that Bangalore is in a BJP state.
On such weighty considerations are our national security decisions made.
The state government made repeated requests for also basing the NSG at Bangalore but were turned down, by chidu of all people.
Also, does it ever occur to you guys as to how many NSGs we have, to fan them out so thin across India? As Surya mentioned a few posts back, the fact is, one can never cover a country like India enough!
And are you also hinting that the IA's SFs are less capable of handling these situations than the NSG?
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Yes, the thought did cross my mind.Dmurphy wrote:^^^
Does it cross your mind that it could be MARCOS?
Its seems like he's been photographed at some warship launching ceremony.
Black clad command sporting a beard..the first thing that crosses your mind is MARCOS.
But look at the background, I am able to spot three police personnel.
But they could be MARCOS, but I somehow do not think so.
That is why I posted the pic, I thought that perhaps someone could confidently id it.
ADDED LATER: Could there be a turban under that cap?
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The MARCOS have been seen in public without a mask/scarf of late during the launching of warships where they have been stationed for security. This is definitely one of those times. So its definitely a MARCOS.Gaur wrote:But look at the background, I am able to spot three police personnel.
But they could be MARCOS, but I somehow do not think so.
Just out of curiosity, where did you find this pic? Can you post the original link?
Added later: Come to think of it, the MP5 he's carrying is the one used by the NSGs. The MARCOS are known to carry MP5K, which is not what that is.
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http://www.militaryphotos.net/forums/sh ... 1&page=140Dmurphy wrote: Just out of curiosity, where did you find this pic? Can you post the original link?
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If I may offer my entirely uninformed opinion re: this gentleman's beard... I was under the impression that everyone stationned on a war ship must also do double-duty as a fire fighter, in case of fire; and that this necessitates the wearing of an oxygen mask -- that will not fit snuggly over a beard. Furthermore, that a commando might need to employ tear gas or other such gas during operations, and that similarly, a gas mask will not fit snuggly over a beard. If I were to offer my naive opinion, I would say the gentleman is not a full-time MARCOS or a regular-duty NSG commando. He is probably most often tasked with close protection (bodyguard) duties, in plain clothes; but on this one occassion, for some reason, was assigned to do point protection. Just a guess.
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Depends on what type of gas-masks is used by the Indian Army. Most modern designs operate on the principle of forced intake, so they require a close seal with the facial skin; one may have to shave off the area on which the seal will settle. But I presume there may be other designs out there. I don't think oxygen masks require a skin seal.Ravi Karumanchiri wrote:If I may offer my entirely uninformed opinion re: this gentleman's beard... I was under the impression that everyone stationned on a war ship must also do double-duty as a fire fighter, in case of fire; and that this necessitates the wearing of an oxygen mask -- that will not fit snuggly over a beard. Furthermore, that a commando might need to employ tear gas or other such gas during operations, and that similarly, a gas mask will not fit snuggly over a beard.
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Special Forces being modernised to deal with asymmetric warfare: Army Chief
AGRA: Army Chief General Deepak Kapoor has said that asymmetric warfare was a "matter of concern" for the country and the Special Forces were being modernised and equipped to deal with it.
"There is a whole set of new equipment which we have thought of for the Para (Special Forces) modernisation, especially in view of the fact that asymmetric and fourth generation warfare are a matter for concern," Gen Kapoor said on the sidelines of the Parachute Regiment reunion here.
In asymmetric warfare, non-state actors fight against conventional state machinery and apply innovative ways for carrying out strikes such as the 26/11 attacks.
Commenting on the spurt in activities of Taliban in Pakistan and Indian armed forces' preparedness to deal with the threat, he said, "I would like to ensure the country that we are ready to face any challenge."
On the training standards and the equipment of Indian Special Forces, Army training command chief and senior para officer Lt Gen A S Lamba said, "I think we are among the best and we are making endeavours to improve our equipment and are very well geared up to put our best foot forward."
Terming the Indian Special Forces as one of the best, colonel of the Parachute Regiment Lt Gen P C Katoch said, "I think that is the reason why the US army and Special Forces train with us.
"They were surprised to see our experience and achievements. It is not just the Americans we are training with, we are doing so with the British, Russian and many others forces also."
He added that the Army was making sure that the Special Forces were keeping pace with their requirements.
"Keeping the future in mind, we are planning on what is to be procured for short and long terms," Katoch said.
The seven units of the Special Forces are deployed in counter-insurgency areas in Northeast and Jammu and Kashmir.
After the 26/11 attacks, these units were also given the task of training Infantry units for close-quarter combat and urban terrorism.
Personnel from these units are sent on deputation to the National Security Guard also. Havaldar Gajendra Singh from 10 Para (SF) unit was awarded the highest peace-time gallantry award Ashok Chakra posthumously for his role in eliminating terrorists involved in the Mumbai attacks last year.
AGRA: Army Chief General Deepak Kapoor has said that asymmetric warfare was a "matter of concern" for the country and the Special Forces were being modernised and equipped to deal with it.
"There is a whole set of new equipment which we have thought of for the Para (Special Forces) modernisation, especially in view of the fact that asymmetric and fourth generation warfare are a matter for concern," Gen Kapoor said on the sidelines of the Parachute Regiment reunion here.
In asymmetric warfare, non-state actors fight against conventional state machinery and apply innovative ways for carrying out strikes such as the 26/11 attacks.
Commenting on the spurt in activities of Taliban in Pakistan and Indian armed forces' preparedness to deal with the threat, he said, "I would like to ensure the country that we are ready to face any challenge."
On the training standards and the equipment of Indian Special Forces, Army training command chief and senior para officer Lt Gen A S Lamba said, "I think we are among the best and we are making endeavours to improve our equipment and are very well geared up to put our best foot forward."
Terming the Indian Special Forces as one of the best, colonel of the Parachute Regiment Lt Gen P C Katoch said, "I think that is the reason why the US army and Special Forces train with us.
"They were surprised to see our experience and achievements. It is not just the Americans we are training with, we are doing so with the British, Russian and many others forces also."
He added that the Army was making sure that the Special Forces were keeping pace with their requirements.
"Keeping the future in mind, we are planning on what is to be procured for short and long terms," Katoch said.
The seven units of the Special Forces are deployed in counter-insurgency areas in Northeast and Jammu and Kashmir.
After the 26/11 attacks, these units were also given the task of training Infantry units for close-quarter combat and urban terrorism.
Personnel from these units are sent on deputation to the National Security Guard also. Havaldar Gajendra Singh from 10 Para (SF) unit was awarded the highest peace-time gallantry award Ashok Chakra posthumously for his role in eliminating terrorists involved in the Mumbai attacks last year.
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Is this the same gentleman who led the assault on terrorists in Golden Temple?Colonel of the Parachute Regiment Lt Gen P C Katoch said
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Look at the pic on his ID card. He is wearing a black beret. NSG berets are black while MARCOS use sand colored ones.Gaur wrote:http://s698.photobucket.com/albums/vv34 ... nt=NSG.jpg
I came across this pic on militaryphotos.net forum.
It was captioned as NSG commando.
But are NSG allowed to grow beards?
I thought that no one except for NAVY allowed beards.
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MARCOS wear maroon berets. Shiv Aroor's blog had pics of them wearing maroon berets some days back.nainanmark wrote:while MARCOS use sand colored ones
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That doesn't look like a beret to me. I think its a rolled up balaclava mask or just a light ski cap.Dmurphy wrote:MARCOS wear maroon berets. Shiv Aroor's blog had pics of them wearing maroon berets some days back.nainanmark wrote:while MARCOS use sand colored ones
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We weren't talking about what he's wearing in the pic. We were discussing the pic on his id card. Look closely.VijayKumarSinha wrote:That doesn't look like a beret to me. I think its a rolled up balaclava mask or just a light ski cap.
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@ DMurphy
MARCOS wears sand coloured berets, according to Wikipedia. I googled it: http://www.tribuneindia.com/2000/20000122/ind2118a.gif
They are wearing sand coloured berets here also
AFAIK, maroon berets are worn by Para Commandos and "maybe" the Garud Commandos. Not sure about the latter.
MARCOS wears sand coloured berets, according to Wikipedia. I googled it: http://www.tribuneindia.com/2000/20000122/ind2118a.gif
They are wearing sand coloured berets here also
AFAIK, maroon berets are worn by Para Commandos and "maybe" the Garud Commandos. Not sure about the latter.
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I searched on BR and found this pic which has the sand colored beret. It seems strange the color choice that is.Dmurphy wrote:MARCOS wear maroon berets. Shiv Aroor's blog had pics of them wearing maroon berets some days back.nainanmark wrote:while MARCOS use sand colored ones
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Originally Marcos wore sand colored berets and the Garuds wore black berets.
However, both of them have now moved on to maroon berets similar to that of paras.
Marcos:
http://livefist.blogspot.com/2009/10/ph ... arine.html
There are several pics of Garuds wearing maroon berets in Aero India thread.
However, both of them have now moved on to maroon berets similar to that of paras.
Marcos:
http://livefist.blogspot.com/2009/10/ph ... arine.html
There are several pics of Garuds wearing maroon berets in Aero India thread.
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garuds originally started with black berets but later requested for the maroon berets that are traditionally associated with SF. something similar might have happened with MARCOS.
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^^ Didnt we have pics recently of IN chief addressing MARCOs in J&K? If my memory is correct they were using maroon berets, not traditional black.
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MARCOS never had black berets. and that pic is in the post above mine !
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Been out of touch for a while. so please forgive my question - what weapon is this MARCOS operative using?
The pic's a bit large, but I'm not sure how to make it into a thumbnail ... can a mod do the needful please?
The pic's a bit large, but I'm not sure how to make it into a thumbnail ... can a mod do the needful please?
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That looks like a Negev to me. And that commando is powerful! Firing an LMG like an assault rifle!!
Or maybe, it is the lighter version of Negev. Called the Negev Commando, according to Wikipedia
Or maybe, it is the lighter version of Negev. Called the Negev Commando, according to Wikipedia
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My bad. Meant to say their traditional sand coloured beret. was in a hurry to leave work. Mixed up the colours. Also cannot access pictures from office.Rahul M wrote:MARCOS never had black berets. and that pic is in the post above mine !
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Those were Army SF on protection duty of COASGaur wrote:There are several pics of Garuds wearing maroon berets in Aero India thread.
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That is M249 FN MINIMI
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Both IA Para and Garuds were present at AI 09.Aditya G wrote:Those were Army SF on protection duty of COASGaur wrote:There are several pics of Garuds wearing maroon berets in Aero India thread.
And please check the comments on that thread, the Garuds were also wearing maroon berets. There is no doubt in that regard.
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Nope, thats a Negev. AFAIK, India does not have MINIMI.krishna_krishna wrote:That is M249 FN MINIMI
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Yes. He also survived an assassination attempt at hospital where he was admitted after being severely wounded in the 1st assault on the Akal Takht positions.rohitvats wrote:Is this the same gentleman who led the assault on terrorists in Golden Temple?Colonel of the Parachute Regiment Lt Gen P C Katoch said
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That was the very reason I asked the question. Dad was posted in the hospital (Base Hospital - Jalandhar) and I vaguely remembered his name being mentioned. My old man knows him. IIRC, he served as GOC of IX Corps(?) and his brother is also from IA.Raja Bose wrote: Yes. He also survived an assassination attempt at hospital where he was admitted after being severely wounded in the 1st assault on the Akal Takht positions.
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Force One commandos set to guard Mumbai
What is that last statement suppose to be a JOKE??? How can you not provide the local police officers these equipments considering they will be the first to arrive and then give it all to QRT's and Force 1???? One may think that even after 26/11 there might have been some sense into the BABUS and provide the cops the necessary equipment to deal with situations.. but guess LOCAL POLITICS and votes of MARATHI MANOOS is more important for Chavan then getting the cops the right equipment....Over 1,600 young policemen from the state had expressed their willingness to join the Force and were given rigorous training by Israeli and German trainers, Iyengar said. The information would first go to the local police station and then a Quick Response Team (QRT) would deal with the situation and later, Force One would take charge.
The QRT is trained in such a way that it would reach a place within 20 minutes. It has also been provided bullet proof jackets and armed vehicles, Iyengar said.
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^^ I think what they are trying to say is that the local policemen will inform the QRT and not engage the threat themselves. Once the QRT is there (within 20 mins) they will start engaging the threat. Then Force One will come in.
On a side note, anyone know if they will use helicopters? Mumbai traffic can be tough to get across especially in the peak hours.
On a side note, anyone know if they will use helicopters? Mumbai traffic can be tough to get across especially in the peak hours.
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moved to the correct thread. will reply there.
http://forums.bharat-rakshak.com/viewto ... &start=800
http://forums.bharat-rakshak.com/viewto ... &start=800
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Mentioned in an earlier article...http://www.mid-day.com/news/2008/dec/17 ... nister.htmshameekg wrote:On a side note, anyone know if they will use helicopters? Mumbai traffic can be tough to get across especially in the peak hours.
Although i did read somewhere that navy choppers would be used if the need arises and mumbai police would be acquiring a chopper in the near future for special events etc.Two helicopters are being requisitioned for swift movement of commandos across the state.
Another source quotes ex-HM Jayant Patil 'Suggesting' a chopper for emergencies due to traffic snarls.
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nainanmark wrote: I searched on BR and found this pic which has the sand colored beret. It seems strange the color choice that is.
SAS wears sand coloured berets
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Rohitvats,rohitvats wrote:That was the very reason I asked the question. Dad was posted in the hospital (Base Hospital - Jalandhar) and I vaguely remembered his name being mentioned. My old man knows him. IIRC, he served as GOC of IX Corps(?) and his brother is also from IA.Raja Bose wrote: Yes. He also survived an assassination attempt at hospital where he was admitted after being severely wounded in the 1st assault on the Akal Takht positions.
OT. Coincidentally, we were in Jalandhar too at that time. My Pa was part of the Op. It was difficult times.
Cheers,
S
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^^^ If you can disclose....which unit was your Dad in during that time? Was he amongst the units which went in?
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sanju
Does your dad have any other notes to add to what is known? If possible?
Does your dad have any other notes to add to what is known? If possible?
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Raja,
IIRC correctly, his Brigade was split into 3, with one of the units the 26 Madras led by Lt. Col. KMG Panicker went in. The 14 Mahar was sent to Patti area on the other side of Amritsar for the expected push from the Pakis. He was with the Fighting Fourteen.
Surya,
I cannot add anything that is not already known with regard to the fighting inside.
From a point of view of what happened inside, he was aghast at what the terrorists had done in the Harmandir Sahib. Used condoms etc were found inside, huge amount of Canadian and American currencies. VCR and other electronics that were not readily available till the later eighties were found there.
The army was extremely strict with its soldiers in making sure that none took things out as "loot". When I say soldiers it included everyone - officers too. There was a certain CO who was about to taken to task for the troops under his command had taken a VCP or something. Let me just say that the issue was resolved without any one being censured.
On another note Gen Sundarji, who was from Mahar (although the Colonel of the Regiment of the Mechanised Infantry Regiment, he was always fond of the Mahars which was his original regiment) told his staff to buzz-off so that he could spend time with "my boys".
It is unfortunate that people say that the Op BlueStar was not a success. To my mind it was a success even if for the only reason that the lessons learnt provided success for the following Op. Black Thunder. Op. Bluestar is probably the Op where the IA was blooded in a large scale CI CQB.
Surya there are a lot of questions that I wanted to ask him - unfortunately cannot.
Sorry again for the OT.
edited to correct the spelling of Lt. Col. KMG Panicker
IIRC correctly, his Brigade was split into 3, with one of the units the 26 Madras led by Lt. Col. KMG Panicker went in. The 14 Mahar was sent to Patti area on the other side of Amritsar for the expected push from the Pakis. He was with the Fighting Fourteen.
Surya,
I cannot add anything that is not already known with regard to the fighting inside.
From a point of view of what happened inside, he was aghast at what the terrorists had done in the Harmandir Sahib. Used condoms etc were found inside, huge amount of Canadian and American currencies. VCR and other electronics that were not readily available till the later eighties were found there.
The army was extremely strict with its soldiers in making sure that none took things out as "loot". When I say soldiers it included everyone - officers too. There was a certain CO who was about to taken to task for the troops under his command had taken a VCP or something. Let me just say that the issue was resolved without any one being censured.
On another note Gen Sundarji, who was from Mahar (although the Colonel of the Regiment of the Mechanised Infantry Regiment, he was always fond of the Mahars which was his original regiment) told his staff to buzz-off so that he could spend time with "my boys".
It is unfortunate that people say that the Op BlueStar was not a success. To my mind it was a success even if for the only reason that the lessons learnt provided success for the following Op. Black Thunder. Op. Bluestar is probably the Op where the IA was blooded in a large scale CI CQB.
Surya there are a lot of questions that I wanted to ask him - unfortunately cannot.
Sorry again for the OT.
edited to correct the spelling of Lt. Col. KMG Panicker
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I can understand. Dad also served for a short duration as ADC to governor and with all the activity going around, it was one heck of a time.Sanju wrote:
Rohitvats,
OT. Coincidentally, we were in Jalandhar too at that time. My Pa was part of the Op. It was difficult times.
Cheers,
S
And as they say, IA is one heck of 'small' place. You do not know who you may bump into who was in same station/school/colony while you were there.
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Some of dads friends (who became some of the senior commanders in the army ) had mentioned that the army was concerned about the charged atmosphere around the time, and many attrocities that they uncovered were kept hidden so as not to create any further bad blood.
The army had found many naked women inside 'the temple', who had been violated by the terrorsists. There were many dead ones too whose bodies were lying around because the terrorists could not dispose them off.
I wish all this info was brought into public domain, so that the focus could be put on the real culprits, instead bad mouthing the army.
The army had found many naked women inside 'the temple', who had been violated by the terrorsists. There were many dead ones too whose bodies were lying around because the terrorists could not dispose them off.
I wish all this info was brought into public domain, so that the focus could be put on the real culprits, instead bad mouthing the army.