Defence Security Corps
The Defence Security Corps (DSC), is a corps of the Indian Army responsible for providing security cover to the defence installations of the three services (Army, Navy, Air Force) and other sensitive installations. The DSC troops are sanctioned and attached to various bases/installations to ensure protection against sabotage and pilferage. It is the sixth largest corps of the Army.
| Defence Security Corps | |
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Insignia of Defence Security Corps | |
| Active | 25 February 1947 – Present |
| Country | India |
| Branch | Indian Army |
| Role | Protection and Security of Defence Installations |
| Regimental Centre | Kannur, Kerala |
| Motto(s) | "Raksha Tatha Surkasha" |
| Anniversaries | 25 February |
Currently, the major sanction of DSC troops is for the Army and Air force installations. The Naval units and other user agencies have a sizeable deployment of this force. DSC troops also provide security to some of the Indian Ordnance Factories, India's nuclear laboratories, and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) establishments.The DSC personnel have exhibited valour and made supreme sacrifices in the line of duty. [12]
3 Vir Chakras 1 Kirti Chakra 4 Shaurya Chakras 10 Sena Medals25 February 1947 – Present Country India India Branch
Indian Army
Role Protection and Security of Defence Installations Regimental Centre Kannur, Kerala Motto(s) "Raksha Tatha Surkasha" Anniversaries 25 February