Shah Drives Security Focus in Andaman Parliamentary Panel Meeting
Updated on Jan - 03 - 2026, 12:36 PM
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired an important Parliamentary Consultative Committee meeting on January 3, 2026, in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, focusing on national security and long term strategic preparedness. The visit highlighted the central government’s renewed attention on strengthening India’s defence framework, disaster resilience systems, and law and order mechanisms in one of the country’s most strategically significant regions.
The meeting was held in Sri Vijaya Puram and was attended by members of Parliament, senior government officials, and security experts. Wide ranging discussions took place on emerging security challenges, regional preparedness, and coordination between different agencies. Special emphasis was laid on security concerns in the Indian Ocean Region, cyber threats, disaster management readiness, and improving infrastructure to support swift response during emergencies.
Given the Andaman and Nicobar Islands’ proximity to major international sea routes, the region has grown in importance from a national security perspective. Policymakers have consistently stressed the need to enhance surveillance, intelligence sharing, and operational capabilities in the area. Amit Shah underlined the importance of a coordinated approach that brings together communication, capacity building, and inter agency cooperation to effectively address evolving security risks.
Beyond strategic discussions, the committee also reviewed plans to strengthen local infrastructure. Proposals included expanding forensic facilities and developing cybercrime response centres to support law enforcement agencies across the islands. Officials noted that modern forensic and digital investigation tools would help authorities tackle new age crimes more efficiently while ensuring justice delivery remains strong even in remote regions.
Later in the day, Amit Shah inaugurated an exhibition related to recent reforms in India’s criminal justice system, highlighting efforts to modernize legal processes and make them more citizen centric. He also laid foundation stones for several development projects, reinforcing the government’s focus on balancing security needs with inclusive growth and infrastructure development.
This three day visit, which marked his second trip to the islands within a short span, signals the Centre’s strong commitment to the stability, development, and strategic importance of the Andaman and Nicobar region. The discussions and decisions emerging from the consultative panel are expected to play a role in shaping future policies where national security and governance intersect.