Quick Response Team

 Quick Response Team,Thane City  

     In the wake of the Mumbai terror attacks in Maharashtra on 26/11/2008, Force One has been formed on the lines of the National Security Guard from among the police officers and officials who are trained, dynamic, strong, brave, armed, and capable of risking their lives and facing terrorist activities in a timely manner to prevent terrorist activities in a rapid and effective manner.

  A Quick Response Team (QRT) has been established in every police unit of Maharashtra Police Force since 31/08/2009 to respond promptly to terrorist attacks.

   The Rapid Response Team, operational at the Thane City Police Commissionerate, is responsible for gathering strategic information at the scene of an incident to take effective action against terrorist acts by moving quickly and in a very short time. It neutralizes potential threats and rescues hostages when necessary. It provides local assistance to the Central Security Forces and State Security Forces in their official duties.

The Rapid Response Team is always ready to respond to any possible terrorist activity as soon as it receives information from the Main Control Room, Thane.