What type of security is given to VIPs in India? All you need to know about VIP security (Y-type security)

All the people who are having life risks can demand security to have safety. Do you know how many types of securities there are? Which type of security is provided in India? To have answers related to such questions, you need to dive into this article. Here is all the important information related to VIP security.

According to the research, it has been found that there are basically four types of security that people can demand if they are having life risks. The four types of security include Z plus category security, Z category security, Y category security, and X category security. All the different types of securities have their own advantages and disadvantages. These are the security that is usually provided to the VIPs and the high-profile people. The category of the third phase means Y category security is the one that is provided to the VIPs in India. Continue reading to know why Y-type security is provided to Indian VIPs.

What exactly is Y-type security?

In Y category security, there is a proper security detail of 11 personnel including 1-2 commandos and police personnel. This is the security that includes 2 PSOs (Personal Security Officer).

Protection under Y category security:

As mentioned above, there are two PSOs in Y category security. Both of them have different roles. One of the PSOs carries Stengun whereas the other needs to carry a 9mm pistol. There are uniformed armed guards of 1:6 outside your residence for covering the house. Apart from all this, there is special additional security during sunrise and sunset. In the Y category only, there are 2 screening watchers at day and 1 screening watcher at night. In case, you are a VIP and are going to a public rally for some or the other work some of the devices like metal detectors, bomb detectors are used. Therefore, Armed escorts are also there to protect the VIP during the road trips.

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Who are the ones that get Y security in India?

Normal people are not the ones who can get such type of security. There are some special kinds of people who get this security in case they are having any life problems. bureaucrats, as well as politicians, are the most important ones who are given this security. This is because they are high profile people who are having life-threatening issues and many more. Along with bureaucrats as well as politicians, VIPs can also use this protection for their purposes. So, if you are in need of such security you can demand it now.

What is the overall cost for demanding this Y category security in India?

The overall cost for having this security is approximately ₹ 10 lakh per month. Hence, this is the reason why this security is provided to VIPs and high profiled people.

 

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