Without a single doubt, after Special Protection Group, short for SPG, Z+ security is the highest level of security you can get right here in India. While the SPG security is only for the Prime Minister of India, but more than 10 people in India have Z+ security. Usually, there are about 55 personnel in a Z+ security along with some NSG commandos, and bulletproof vehicles, which all sound a bit expensive, but looking at how high profile these people are, that seems kinda fair. Does that make you wonder who could have Z+ security in India right now? Well, that is precisely what we are about to find out because here we will be taking a good look at the list of the top 10 Z+ security holders in India. Alright, let’s get going.
1. Salman Khan
Just a few months ago, Salman Khan had Y+ Security, but because of recent threats from the Lawrence Bishnoi Gang, and some recent gun-firing incidents at his house, his level of security has now upgraded to Z+. And all of this was done just 1 month ago, so yes, now he’s made it to the list of the top Z+ security holders in the country. As Lawrence Bishnoi Gang has openly stated they’ll try to attack Salman Khan, just like they did with popular Punjabi singer Sidhu Musewala, that’s mainly the reason why he requires this high level of security in the country.
2. Amit Shah
Then, another main Z+ security holder is Amit Shah, India’s Home Minister. Like, the fact that he plays a very important role in internal security and that he is uncompromising on national matters adds to the necessity of greater security. You see, since he became the Home Minister in 2019, Amit Shah has been receiving very close security. He has been under the Z+ detail of a group of about 30 people with advanced surveillance technology and an armored vehicle for safe travel.
3. Rajnath Singh
Rajnath Singh, the Defense Minister, also has Z+ security due to the fact that he is a very important person in the making of India’s defense policies, you know? Rajnath Singh’s period of being the Minister was characterized by their commitment to the national defense upgrade, and this situation makes him a candidate who might be exposed to risks of a higher level. Among the vehicles that accompany him, there are vehicles that can be used for defense training and those that are protected from sudden attacks.
4. Mallikarjun Kharge
Did you know that this year, in February 2024, Mallikarjun Kharge, the President of the Congress Party, was upgraded to Z+ security? You see, the action came after some intelligence agencies warned of an increased risk to him which was most likely because he is the head of India’s main opposition party and thus, has a political influence. This means his security detail has been taken up a notch to be at par with other top leaders which means he will have a super strong team of commandos who have access to emergency response tools and the like.
5. Mukesh Ambani
Mukesh Ambani was the ruling member of Reliance Industries, the Supreme Court of India granted him and his family Z+ security that same year in 2023, using ongoing threats as the reason. Since he literally is the richest person in India, that seems pretty fair, right? The Z+ detail of Ambani consists of an NSG (National Security Guard) and high-tech surveillance devices too. Though, in a stark difference to his domestic travels, his global tours stand out as he even takes security outside the country to avoid any loopholes that might be there.
6. Yogi Adityanath
Next on the list, you see, Yogi Adityanath, the head of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, has been given Z+ security since 2017, which reflects both his political power and the fears of those across the nation he might face, you know? As you may already know, Yogi is a leading political figure in the country and is very prominent in the biggest state of India. So, his security is taken care of by a special team of commandos.
7. Arvind Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal, Former Chief Minister of Delhi and current Member of the Delhi Legislative Assembly, was given Z+ security for the first time in the year 2015, which was just some time after he became the Chief Minister by winning the Delhi assembly elections, you know? For sure though, the position that Kejriwal holds as a principal political figure within the capital city, along with his sometimes controversial approach to different issues has factored heavily into the requirement for large-scale protection.
8. M.K. Stalin
Then, M.K. Stalin is the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and a key player in the DMK party, and sure, his Z+ security status has been on since 2014. You see, his Z+ security has been made necessary because of the impact his political role in Tamil Nadu has had on regional and national issues. Just so you know though, the Z+ security surrounding him consists of specialized personnel who accompany him on all public occurrences, as well as stationed at his home.
9. Sonia Gandhi
Mrs. Sonia Gandhi, previous head of the Congress party, has been under the Z+ security cover from the year 2019 after the SPG protection was withdrawn. And just so you know, the security provisioning for Gandhi involves close monitoring and conditions of tight security around her home and during her public appearances, giving her the ability to perform her role in the Congress party with reliable protection against any potential threats.
10. Uddhav Thackeray
Last on the list, you see, Uddhav Thackeray is a former Chief Minister of Maharashtra and the leader of the “Shiv Sena”, and has been provided with Z+ security since 2018. As you can already imagine, the necessity for this high level of protection was the main reason for Mr. Uddhav Thackeray’s enormous influence upon Maharashtra politics and the possible threats relating to his part of the leadership.
Conclusion
There you have it. Sure, there are a few other people who have Z+ security in India, but these are literally the most high-profile people in the country who have access to this level of security. And to be honest, looking at what work they do and at what position they are in, it seems like they really need Z+ security, otherwise, it’ll be quite tough for them.
