National Security Day is a nationwide event that takes place on March 4 annually throughout India—the day, also known as Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas, honouring the nation’s security forces and commemorates the establishment of the National Safety Council (NSC).
The day is also celebrated to highlight the achievements of India’s security forces, generate awareness about the contribution made by our security forces in keeping the nation safe and pays homage to all security personnel who have sacrificed their lives to protect our motherland.
In addition, March 4 through March 10, 2022, is designated as National Security Week to express gratitude to the country’s security forces, including police officers, guards, military and para-military forces, commandos, along with those who help in enhancing the protection and peace of the nation.
History of National Security Day
The National Safety Council was founded on March 4, 1966, by the Ministry of Labor and Employment, taking the onus of celebrating this day. That’s why the date March 4 has been chosen to celebrate Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas to commemorate the establishment of the NSC (National Safety Council).
And the first Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas was held in 1972 to honour and highlight the role of a nonprofit organisation council named the National Safety Council, which is committed to ensuring sustainability and enhancing safety and security at a national level.
For the unversed, the main motive of the National Safety Council is to promote a voluntary SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) movement across the country. The council focuses on developing a community that takes a manner approach and preventive measures toward SHE issues.
Significance of National Security Day
Most people remain oblivious about even the most basic safety and security precautions that could protect them from potential danger. Highlighting, promoting, talking to, and educating people about these topics is the primary objective of Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas.
Ensure that the general population understands the value of safety. to advocate for safety principles and significance in all spheres of life. To put into effect safe working procedures while prioritising safety precautions in order to avoid accidents and mishaps.
Besides educating people about safety and security measures, Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas commemorates the establishment of the National Safety Council (NSC). The day also pays tribute to all security personnel who have sacrificed their lives to protect our motherland.
The Theme National Security Day 2023
The National Security Day 2022 theme was “Nurture young minds – develop a safety culture.” The theme focused on encouraging general people to prioritise safety wherever they go. Though, the theme for the year 2023 has yet to be decided.
How Does National Security Day is Celebrated?
As Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas is a nationwide observance, several programmes are hosted on this special event to highlight how India’s forces have protected the nation from external as well as internal threats.
Several other activities and events are organised on this day, including safety competitions like slogans, essays, poems, poster making, rangoli, posting of banners, pins, and posters demonstrating safety practices and conducting drama, exhibitions, practical demonstrations, and seminars.
This year use #nationalsecurityday and #nationalsecurityday2023 on social media to commemorate this day and to pay tribute to our brave soldiers who have sacrificed their lives while serving the nation.
National Security Day Quotes, Slogans, Messages
(I) “National security is the first duty of government but we are also committed to reversing the substantial erosion of civil liberties.”- Theresa May
(II) “I believe that our national security lies not just in protecting our borders, but in bridging divides.”- Joe Lieberman
(III) “National Security’ is the root password to the Constitution.”- Phil Karn
(IV) “Gross negligence in handling national security is a felony.”- Bill O’Reilly
(V) “Power always has to be kept in check; power exercised in secret, especially under the cloak of national security, is doubly dangerous.”- William Proxmire
(VI) “National security begins with border security. Foreign terrorists will not be able to strike America if they cannot get into our country.”- Donald Trump
(VII) “National security is a serious matter and I do not think it is in proper to discuss such details in a public forum.”- Narendra Modi
(VIII) “I’m afraid, based on my own experience, that fascism will come to America in the name of national security.”- Jim Garrison
(IX) “National security is the fig leaf against freedom of information.”- Ralph Nader
(X) “We need to stop spending money on those weapons systems that do not advance national security.”- Lawrence Korb
(XI) “I would say national security is work in progress.”- Jeb Bush
(XII) “Honest people, knowledgeable people, really well-informed people can have very different views about what the right measures are on national security.”- Malcolm Turnbull
Frequently Asked Questions on Rashtriya Suraksha Diwas
Ans: The National Security Day 2022 theme was “Nurture young minds – develop a safety culture.” The theme for the year 2023 is not yet to be decided.
Ans: 4 march is celebrated as national security day in India.
Ans: The day is celebrated to highlight the achievements of India’s security forces and generate awareness about the contribution made by our security forces in keeping the nation safe.
Ans: The leading role of the National Safety Council is to promote a voluntary SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) movement across the country.