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Commando Competition Begins in Gurugram
- 18 Feb 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The 16th All India Police Commando Competition (AIPCC) commenced on 16 February 2026 at the National Security Guard (NSG) Garrison in Manesar, Gurugram.
Key Points:
- Organiser: Organised under the All India Police Sports Control Board (AIPSCB), the event brings together elite police and paramilitary tactical teams from across India.
- Objective: Test readiness, tactical skills and decision-making of police commando units across high-risk operational scenarios including a stand-alone sniper competition.
- Specialized Sniper Segment: A key highlight is the dedicated Sniper Competition, which focuses on:
- Advanced Marksmanship: Testing precision at long ranges (up to 1500 meters).
- Operational Decision-Making: Evaluating composure and lethal accuracy in variable, high-pressure environments.
- Key Focus: Simulating high-risk scenarios, including urban counter-terror operations, hostage rescue, and critical infrastructure protection.
- Strategic Relevance: The rigorous tests evaluate not just physical fitness but also strategic thinking and procedural discipline under stress—attributes central to counter-terror and internal security deployments.
- Capacity Building and Standardisation: By providing a competitive platform with uniform assessment standards, the AIPCC promotes interoperability and shared best practices among India’s diverse tactical units.
