Mon Oct 14 07:02:03 UTC 2024: ## Chirag Paswan’s Security Beefed Up: 33 Security Personnel Now Guard Union Minister

**New Delhi:** Union Minister and Lok Janshakti Party (LJP) national president Chirag Paswan’s security has been enhanced. He will now be guarded by 33 security personnel after being granted Z category security by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Earlier, Paswan was protected by SSB commandos, but following the upgrade to Z category security, he will now be provided security by CRPF personnel.

**Comprehensive Security Detail:**

Paswan’s new security arrangement includes:

* **33 security guards:** A total of 33 security personnel will be deployed for his protection.
* **10 armed static guards:** These will be stationed at his residence.
* **6 round-the-clock personal security officers (PSOs)**
* **12 commandos:** These will be deployed in three shifts for armed escort duty.
* **2 commandos:** These will be deployed in shifts as watchers.
* **3 trained drivers:** These will be available round-the-clock.

**Security Categories:**

The Indian government provides security to VIPs based on a five-tier system: X, Y, Y Plus, Z, and Z Plus. SPG security is provided exclusively to the Prime Minister.

**This security upgrade comes after a series of incidents, though the exact reason for the enhancement has not been made public.**

It is a testament to the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety of high-profile individuals.

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