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An Evaluation of the Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005

Author(s) Md. Imran Wahab, IPS
Country India
Abstract The Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act of 2005, often referred to as PSARA, was created to regulate the fast-expanding private security sector in India. Its main objectives include improving accountability, fostering professionalism, and elevating operational standards across the sector. The Act mandates that private security agencies obtain licenses, conduct background checks on their personnel, and follow certain guidelines aimed at optimizing the structure of the industry. Despite these intentions, the implementation of PSARA encounters multiple challenges. These factors encompass differences in enforcement and standards across various states, a complicated licensing procedure that may hinder compliance, and an unclear definition of the responsibilities shared between private security agencies and police officers. Furthermore, PSARA falls short in addressing significant issues such as maintaining uniform training across the workforce, ensuring fair wages for the private security guards, regulating firearm possession among private security personnel, and implementing effective mechanisms for resolving grievances. This paper undertakes a meticulous evaluation of PSARA, illuminating both its advantages and its limitations. It advocates for necessary amendments to the legislation, aiming to close existing gaps and guarantee that the Act remains responsive to the evolving needs of the private security sector while upholding standards of public safety and community trust.
Keywords Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act of 2005, Private Security, PSARA-2005 Regulation, Accountability, Licensing, Training, Arms Ownership, Law Enforcement, Police, Public Safety.
Field Sociology > Administration / Law / Management
Published In Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2024
Published On 2024-12-29
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i06.34126
Short DOI https://doi.org/g8xgnr
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