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Detailed explanation-1: -India’s first line of Defence, the Border Security Force (BSF ) is celebrating its 58th Raising Day today (December 1). The force defends the international border along with Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Detailed explanation-2: -What is BSF Raising Day? BSF Raising Day is a day observed to honor the Border Security Force of India, which guards the country’s national borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh. BSF Raising Day came into existence on 1st December 1965, when the organization was officially raised by the then Prime Minister of India.

Detailed explanation-3: -Border Security Force celebrates 58th Foundation Day on December 1 | Business Standard News.

Detailed explanation-4: -It is one of the seven Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) of India, and was raised in the wake of the 1965 war on December 1 1965, “for ensuring the security of the borders of India and for matters connected there with". It has various active roles during an outbreak of war.

Detailed explanation-5: -As a result of the recommendations of the Committee of Secretaries, the Border Security Force came into existence on 01st Dec 1965, with Shri K F Rustamji, IP as the first chief and founding father.