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Officials Clarify VIP Marking Routine Was Part of SSR Before SIR
✍️ TOI India
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 05:49 AM
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Officials have clarified that the routine of marking VIPs was part of the Special Security Requirements (SSR) framework even before the introduction of the Special Investigation Report (SIR) system.
Officials have clarified that the routine of marking VIPs was part of the Special Security Requirements (SSR) framework even before the introduction of the Special Investigation Report (SIR) system. The clarification came after questions about how security protocols for high‑profile individuals had evolved.
In a statement issued by officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs, it was emphasized that SSR has long governed the marking of routes, checkpoints, and protective measures for VIPs. The statement also noted that SIR was introduced later to enhance investigative aspects but did not replace SSR.
The officials explained that the marking process involves coordination between the Central Security Force, local police, and the VIP’s security detail. They added that the practice has been in place for several years and is part of the standard operating procedures for national‑level dignitaries.
The clarification comes amid concerns that the new SIR framework might have overridden existing SSR protocols. Officials assured that SSR remains the primary framework for routine VIP marking, while SIR complements it by providing investigative support when needed.
No further changes to the existing protocols were announced, and officials urged all security agencies to continue following the established SSR guidelines.
In a statement issued by officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs, it was emphasized that SSR has long governed the marking of routes, checkpoints, and protective measures for VIPs. The statement also noted that SIR was introduced later to enhance investigative aspects but did not replace SSR.
The officials explained that the marking process involves coordination between the Central Security Force, local police, and the VIP’s security detail. They added that the practice has been in place for several years and is part of the standard operating procedures for national‑level dignitaries.
The clarification comes amid concerns that the new SIR framework might have overridden existing SSR protocols. Officials assured that SSR remains the primary framework for routine VIP marking, while SIR complements it by providing investigative support when needed.
No further changes to the existing protocols were announced, and officials urged all security agencies to continue following the established SSR guidelines.