Amit Shah delivers the ‘37th Intelligence Bureau Centenary Endowment Lecture’ in New Delhi

Amit Shah, delivered the ‘37^th Intelligence Bureau Centenary Endowment Lecture’ in New Delhi today. On this occasion, Union Home Secretary, Director of the Intelligence Bureau, former Directors of the Intelligence Bureau, Directors General of Central Police Forces and Central Armed Police Forces, and senior officials from the Intelligence Bureau and the Ministry of Home Affairs were present.

In his address, the Union Home Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, our security agencies have established dominance over various threats to the nation by fighting a decisive battle over the last 5 years. He highlighted that till five years ago, the country faced three long-standing issues - the Northeast, Left-Wing Extremism, and Kashmir, that challenged its peace, law and order, security, and future. He added that due to the strict policies and tough decisions of the Modi government, the upcoming generations no longer need to worry about these three threats, as we have achieved almost decisive victory over them. Shri Shah mentioned that violent incidents in these three regions have dropped by 70%, and fatalities have reduced by approximately 86%.

Shri Amit Shah said that the working methodology of the Intelligence Bureau, its vigilance, proactiveness, decisive role, and the tradition of sacrifice and dedication—where credit is often passed on to others—have kept the country safe today. He remarked that over the past 10 years, there has been significant improvement in the Intelligence Bureau's alertness, sharpness, and capability to deliver results. He further noted that the Bureau has not only maintained its tradition of integrity, courage, sacrifice, and dedication but has also taken it forward. He said that in the face of modern challenges and difficult circumstances, the Intelligence Bureau has kept the country safe over the past five years. He further emphasized that the ecosystem of any intelligence agency is not just the foundation of security, but also a fundamental necessity for the future and development of the country. He added that no country can progress without a robust intelligence ecosystem, as without it, the sovereignty and economic development of the nation is not possible.