Who is Brighu Srinivasan, the IPS officer leading India's National Security Guard (NSG)?
A 1992-batch Indian Police Service officer, Brighu Srinivasan has served in state policing and police training before taking charge of one of India's most specialised security forces in August 2024.
In this video, we explore his professional journey, from his engineering background and service in the Bihar Police establishment to his role as Additional Director General-cum-Director of the Bihar Police Academy at Rajgir and, later, Director General of the NSG.
The National Security Guard specialises in counterterrorism operations, counter-hijack preparedness and bomb disposal. Its work depends on specialised training, operational readiness and coordination among security agencies.
Discover how Srinivasan's career reflects the different dimensions of India's security establishment, spanning policing, professional training and national security leadership.
Watch till the end to learn more about his career and responsibilities as NSG chief.
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