PSARA licences
Before any person starts a private security company in India, a PSARA License is a prerequisite. The Private Security Agency refers to an organization that is engaged in the business of supplying an institution with security guards and other associated services as an alternative to the police. The Private Security Agencies Regulation Act, 2005, popularly known as PSARA, regulates the functioning of private security agencies.
After the enactment of the PSARA (act), it is necessary for a security agency to get License from the State Controlling Authority Concerned prior to commencing the company and in case of non-enforcement, the law provides for stringent penal consequences. Applications for a license to start a private security agency shall be sent to the competent authority, if applicable to the state. The PSARA License is granted for the purpose of operating in one or more districts in a given state, or for the whole State.