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Bureau of Port Security
July 6 , 2026
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- Government of India established the Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in 2026.
- BoPS is created to oversee the security of ships, ports and related infrastructure in India.
- It is modelled on the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS).
- It will act as the apex authority for maritime security and cyber security.
- Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is designated as the Recognised Security Organisation (RSO) for ports.
- BoPS will focus on port security, ship security, intelligence sharing and cyber threat prevention.
- It aims to strengthen surveillance, coordination and safety in India’s maritime sector.
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