New Delhi, Nov.28: A separate unit, called Special Security Group, has been constituted in the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) for  protection of VIPs.

As per the report received from CISF, a total of 998 security personnel out of the sanctioned strength of 1200 for this unit have been trained in VIP security duties so far.   There are 23 lady personnel deployed in this unit.

These security personnel are deployed for providing security to central protectees as per requirements.

This was stated in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha today by the Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs, Sriprakash   Jaiswal. (ANI)