National Guard Forces Command Day is observed in Russia every March 27 to honor the military and civil personnel of the National Guard Forces Command. This professional holiday was established in 2017, although its origins trace back to 1996 when it was first recognized as Internal Troops Day. The date commemorates the creation of the first interior guard units by Emperor Alexander I in 1811, which are considered the predecessors of the current National Guard Forces Command. The National Guard, formed in April 2016 from the Internal Troops of Russia, serves as a paramilitary force with responsibilities including security, national defense, public order, border control, military police functions, and counter-terrorist operations. Celebrations typically involve recognition of the contributions and sacrifices of the personnel within this organization.