Understanding Krav Maga

Krav Maga is an evolved form of mixed martial art, primarily focusing on unarmed combat. It is particularly useful in situations where security forces are unable to use weapons or resort to firing.

• Krav Maga is a potent fighting system that combines various martial arts techniques and philosophies.
• Initially developed for the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), it was later extended to civilian training.
• The Special Protection Group was the first Indian force to receive Krav Maga training back in 2005-06. As this group is responsible for the Prime Minister's safety, they needed to be equipped to handle situations where firing is not an option.

Krav Maga Training for Indian Security Forces

The ITBP Training Centre Academy in Panchkula has taken the initiative to train the first batch of 50 instructors in Krav Maga.

• These trained instructors will then impart training to ITBP Commandos in unarmed combat.
• The Indian Army personnel deployed along the LAC are also being trained in Krav Maga, alongside ITBP.
• The People’s Liberation Army has been increasingly aggressive, continually amassing troops along the border. This has changed the dynamics of the face-off, which was previously limited to flag-waving and territorial claims.
• The Indian Army and ITBP, who regularly patrol the LAC, encounter frequent face-offs with the People’s Liberation Army.
• China has unlawfully occupied 38000 square kilometers of Ladakh and claimed 90000 square kilometers of Arunachal Pradesh.
• The unmarked nature of the border contributes significantly to the recurring tensions between the Indian Army and the People’s Liberation Army.
• However, the 1993 and 1996 protocols and peace agreements have been pivotal in managing these frequent tensions.