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Lok Sabha
Government has approved a five year perspective plan (2002-2007) for modernization of weaponry, machinery and equipment, transport, communication and surveillance systems and training equipment for the Central Reserve Police Force with a view to enhance the operational efficiency and also to cope with the challenge of increased militancy and terrorism, at an estimated cost of Rs.542.75 crores. The major thrust is to acquire modern weapons and ammunition, special protective equipment, protected vehicles, advance communication equipment and modern training aids etc.
Giving this information in the Lok Sabha in a written reply the Minister of State for Home, Shri Sriprakash Jaiswal said that 35 Battalions of the Force has been raised during 2002-2003 and 2003-2004. Ministry of Home Affairs has sanctioned 64 new battalions for the CRPF to be raised in a phased manner over a period of 5 years beginning from 2001.
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