PM Modi hails increased inclusion of indigenous dogs in BSF, CRPF; highlights when one detected explosives in Maoist belt

New Delhi [India], October 26 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the 127th episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, expressed happiness over the increase in the number of indigenous dogs in the BSF and CRPF contingents.
In the latest Mann Ki Baat address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled mentioning Indian dog breeds five years ago and expressed happiness that the BSF and CRPF have since increased their use of Indian breed dogs.
"Five years ago, I discussed Indian breeds of dogs in this programme. I am happy to say that BSF and CRPF have increased the number of Indian breed dogs in their contingents. BSF's National Training Centre for dogs is located in Tekanpur, Gwalior. Here, special focus is being accorded to the Rampur Hound from Uttar Pradesh and the Mudhol Hound from Karnataka and Maharashtra. At the CRPF's Dog Breeding and Training School in Bengaluru, Indian breeds such as Mongrels, Mudhol Hounds, Kombai, and Pandikona are being trained," said PM Modi.
Recounting Lucknow dog Riya's performance at the All India Police Duty Meet, PM Modi said that the BSF trained the Mudhol Hound and that in the event, Riya won first prize, leaving several foreign breeds behind. He also highlighted when an indigenous dog of CRPF detected explosives in Chhattisgarh.
"Last year in Lucknow a dog named Riya caught everyone's attention at All India Police Duty Meet. It is a Mudhol Hound trained by BSF. Riya won the first prize there, leaving behind several foreign breeds. Our indigenous dogs have also displayed amazing courage. Last year, during a patrol in a Maoist-affected area of Chhattisgarh, an indigenous dog of CRPF detected eight kilograms of explosives. I congratulate BSF and CRPF for the efforts they have made in this direction," said PM Modi.
Mann Ki Baat is Prime Minister Modi's monthly radio programme in which he discusses important national issues with the citizens of India. The programme is broadcast on the last Sunday of every month.
Launched on October 3, 2014, Mann Ki Baat aims to connect with various segments of Indian society, encompassing women, the elderly, and the youth. Apart from 22 Indian languages and 29 dialects, 'Mann Ki Baat' is broadcast in 11 foreign languages, including French, Chinese, Indonesian, Tibetan, Burmese, Balochi, Arabic, Pashto, Persian, Dari, and Swahili. Mann Ki Baat is broadcast by more than 500 centres of All India Radio. (ANI)