Reviews IB’s Multi-Agency Centre with law enforcement agencies
MAC framework set for overhaul, encourages aggressive intelligence follow-up
New team of young officers to use Big Data & AI/ML in terrorism fight
Jammu, July 19:Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting in New Delhi today with leaders of various security and law enforcement agencies to review the operations of the Multi Agency Centre (MAC) of the Intelligence Bureau (IB). The MAC, established to tackle security challenges, was the focal point of discussions on enhancing national security measures.
In his address, Shah instructed all security and intelligence agencies to adopt a “whole-of-government approach” to national security, stressing the need for increased collaboration to dismantle terror networks and their support systems. “We must work together to address the evolving security threats,” Shah said.
He reviewed the internal security situation and the ongoing fight against terrorism, advocating for a more integrated MAC. “The MAC should become a cohesive platform uniting law enforcement, anti-drug, cyber security, and intelligence agencies for decisive and prompt action,” he emphasized.
Shah highlighted the importance of the MAC’s continuous, round-the-clock operations as a “platform for proactive and real-time sharing of actionable intelligence.” He also called for the formation of a team of young, technically skilled officers from various agencies. “This team will utilize Big Data and AI/ML-driven analytics to tackle the terror ecosystem,” Shah explained, reiterating the necessity to stay ahead of emerging security challenges.
Under the leadership of Prime Minister NarendraModi, the MAC framework is poised for a major technical and operational upgrade. Shah urged all stakeholders to support these advancements with prompt responses and thorough follow-up on shared intelligence. “We must ensure that our efforts are aggressive and responsive to enhance our effectiveness in national security,” he concluded.
Earlier on Thursday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah called for a “ruthless” approach to combat the drug supply chain, directing both Central and State agencies, police, and relevant departments to ensure that no drugs enter the country and that India’s borders are secured against drug trafficking.
Shah’s directives were issued during the 7th Apex Level Meeting of the Narco-Coordination Center (NCORD), held in the national capital. The meeting was attended by heads of various central and state agencies, including the Narcotics Control Bureau, National Investigation Agency, and Central Armed Police Forces.
