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Aditya Kumar Becomes First Crorepati of KBC Season 17, Attempts ₹7 Crore Question

Tanisha Cardozo

Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 has found its first crorepati, and it’s a moment of pride for viewers across India. Aditya Kumar, hailing from Uttarakhand and currently serving as a Deputy Commandant in CISF, has become the first contestant this season to win ₹1 crore on the iconic quiz show hosted by Amitabh Bachchan.

In a recent promo released by the show’s makers, viewers saw Amitabh Bachchan warmly embracing Aditya on the hot seat as he announced the ₹1 crore win in his trademark style. Aditya was visibly emotional, sharing that it still felt “unbelievable” to him. His proud parents were also present in the audience, rushing to hug him and celebrate his milestone achievement.

During the episode, Aditya shared his powerful backstory. Coming from a modest background, he emphasized the role of education in his life. “It has been a tough journey,” he said. “I remember the way I stayed in a small room, let go of my friends, and locked myself up for a year to devote to preparation. Because of that, I have reached here.”

Aditya’s hard work bore fruit not just on KBC, but earlier in life too — he secured 6th rank nationwide in the National Security Exams, a feat that helped launch his career in the CISF. He’s currently posted in Gujarat at a thermal power plant.

With ₹1 crore secured, the stakes are higher than ever. The promo ends on a cliffhanger as Aditya returns to the hot seat to attempt the legendary ₹7 crore question — the highest prize in the history of the show.

Will he walk away with the jackpot? Viewers will have to tune in to find out.

Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 premiered on August 11 on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLiv, airing every Monday to Friday at 9 PM. The season continues to highlight everyday heroes and inspirational figures, with Aditya Kumar now becoming a symbol of what dedication and knowledge can achieve.

Stay tuned as India watches with bated breath to see if Aditya Kumar becomes only the third person in the show’s history to take home the ultimate ₹7 crore prize.

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Project Mann by Mpower and CISF Supports Mental Health of 75,000 Personnel and Families

Tanisha Cardozo

31 July 2025: In a landmark demonstration of institutional mental wellness, Project Mann, a mental health initiative by Mpower (an initiative of Aditya Birla Education Trust) in collaboration with the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), has positively impacted over 75,000 personnel and their families.

The initiative, launched following an MoU signed in November 2024, integrates counselling, awareness drives, clinical interventions, peer training, and psychometric screenings into the day-to-day life of CISF personnel.

As per the latest review by Mrs. Neerja Birla, Founder & Chairperson of Aditya Birla Education Trust, and DG CISF R.S. Bhatti, the program has achieved remarkable milestones:

  • 75,000+ individuals supported through mental health interventions
  • 8,506 officers trained in early detection and peer counselling
  • 21,000 personnel screened in high-sensitivity zones like IGI Airport, Delhi Metro, Parliament
  • 24×7 helpline available for immediate access to care
  • 40% reduction in suicide incidents since its launch

This two-tiered approach—training peers to flag low-risk issues and ensuring timely referral to professionals—has decentralized mental health support across CISF units, making psychological first aid readily accessible.

Highlighting the program’s success, DG CISF Sh. R.S. Bhatti said,
“Mental health is as mission-critical as physical fitness. This initiative ensures our personnel remain emotionally resilient and operationally ready.”

Mrs. Neerja Birla added,
“Institutionalizing mental health, as done with Project Mann, is a true marker of progress. CISF’s commitment to wellness has set a benchmark that many more can follow.”

With Project Mann’s continued expansion and success, it serves as a national model for integrating mental wellness into security forces’ frameworks.

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Over 1 Lakh CAPF Posts Vacant; Recruitment Drive Underway

Tanisha Cardozo

New Delhi | July 2025: The Central Government has revealed that over 1.09 lakh posts are currently vacant in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles, with recruitment underway for 72,689 positions. This update was shared by Minister of State for Home Affairs, Shri Nityanand Rai, in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha.

Rising Strength, Persistent Vacancies

Between 2021 and 2025, the sanctioned strength of personnel across CAPFs increased from 10.04 lakh to 10.67 lakh. However, despite this growth, 1,09,868 posts remain unfilled—largely due to retirements, promotions, resignations, casualties, and the creation of new battalions.

Minister Rai clarified that these vacancies are not unusual in large paramilitary organizations and that the government is taking active steps to fill them through regular recruitment drives.

Expedited Hiring in Progress

To accelerate the process, the Ministry of Home Affairs has signed an MoU with the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) to fast-track the recruitment of General Duty (GD) constables. In addition to this, the forces have been instructed to expedite:

  • Filling of non-GD vacancies
  • Promotion boards
  • Medical evaluations
  • Shortlisting by lowering cut-off marks

Recruitment agencies such as the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), SSC, and individual force recruitment boards are all involved in the process.

Forces Under the CAPF Umbrella

The CAPFs operate under the Ministry of Home Affairs and play a critical role in internal security, border protection, counterinsurgency, and disaster response. The forces include:

  • Border Security Force (BSF)
  • Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
  • Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
  • Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
  • Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
  • Assam Rifles
  • National Security Guard (NSG)

Strengthening India’s Security Grid

With lakhs of aspirants looking to serve in these prestigious forces, the government’s push for swift recruitment aims to not only strengthen India’s security apparatus but also offer employment opportunities to youth nationwide.

Recruitment notifications, exam dates, and application processes are expected to roll out in a phased manner through 2025.