On 4 December 2009, the then President of India Smt Pratibha Patil graced CAPSI annual conference held at Vigyan Bhawan. She was requested to be the Supreme Commander of Private Security Services like Defence forces. She accepted the request with a smile and promised to take care of the industry. It was a Red Letters Day for the Private Security Industry. She became one & only PRESIDENT of a Nation in the WORLD to grace annual conference of private security organisation. Internationally renowned security leaders from many countries came to witness that historically unique event, and .to commemorate that great event the industry has celebrated 4th December as Private Security Day.
The security personnel discharged their duties and responsibilities in the most befitting manner during the lockdown period and thereafter. They worked in the most hostile conditions and guarded the assets of organisations like frontline warriors. This is the time to appreciate their role and the professional commitment exhibited at that time. On the initiative of CAPSI, the event has been celebrated not only in all parts of India but global partners of CAPSI have also celebrated it.
A large numbers of events have been planned to recognise the services of security guards. Some of the events included Parade, flag hoisting, motivational talk by Head of Service taker and thanks giving by PSA officials. Besides this, some of the PSAs organised friendly games, lunch and entertainment programmes to make the day memorable. It also brings a sense of pride amongst security personnels.
