How Are Black Commandos Created? They Undergo the Toughest Training, and Their Valor Is Unrivaled...
How to Become a Black Commando: Whether the topic is national security or a high-risk operation, one image invariably comes to mind: the 'Black Cat Commando'—specifically, the NSG (National Security Guards) commando. These commandos are warriors of unparalleled valor. You have likely seen them clad from head to toe in black attire. They are so fearless that they can even defy death itself. Do you, too, aspire to become a Black Commando? If so, read on to discover how you can achieve this goal and just how arduous this journey truly is.
**How to Become a Black Commando**
There is no direct recruitment into the NSG. Instead, the finest personnel from the Indian Army and various paramilitary forces—such as the CRPF and BSF—are handpicked for this role. During the selection process, a candidate's physical prowess and mental fortitude are rigorously tested. Once selected, the training phase begins. This constitutes one of the most grueling training regimens in the country. It is said that the selection process is so stringent that more than 80% of the candidates drop out midway through. Only those who possess unwavering patience and indomitable courage can advance further.
**The Rigors of Training**
Candidates undergo an intense training program spanning 90 days. This includes "Battle Inoculation"—the experience of navigating through live gunfire—and "Marksmanship," where a Black Commando's precision is honed to such a degree that they can shoot an enemy in the head in the blink of an eye. They also master various martial arts techniques, enabling them to engage in unarmed combat with supreme proficiency. Furthermore, they are conditioned to be mentally resilient; they are trained to make sound decisions even while operating on minimal sleep, limited rations, and under conditions of extreme psychological stress. They are trained to become experts in night operations, counter-hijacking protocols, and bomb disposal techniques.
**Equipped with Advanced Weaponry and Technology**
Black Commandos are proficient in the use of some of the most sophisticated and modern weaponry available globally. They remain abreast of the latest technological advancements and are adept at leveraging them to their full potential. The motto of the NSG Commandos is: "Sarvatra Sarvottam Suraksha" (Omnipresent, Supreme Security). In the face of terrorist attacks within the country—such as the 26/11 Mumbai attacks or the attack on the Akshardham Temple—these Black Commandos have safeguarded the nation by risking their very lives.
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