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Abstract :   Background: Anger is a natural emotion, experienced by every individual. When it is uncontrollable and devastative,  it can cause various physiological, psychological, and behavioral problems. Pranayama is very effective in reducing  stress, anxiety, and anger. Security personnel are working in the front line and being called to safeguard others in  high-risk situations. They are more prone to get injured at the workplace with unexpected attacks than any other  professionals. Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the anger among security personnel and the effect of Bhramari and Nadi  Shodhan pranayama on anger control. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted at the AYUSH Department of Tertiary Care Hospital of Eastern  India. Pranayama was planned for anger control, which consisted of Bhramari and Nadi Shodhan pranayama, to be  taught to 40 security personnel in a 2-week period. Anger was assessed by using a self-structured ‘Anger Self-Report  Questionnaire’. Results: A significant reduction in anger was found in the experimental group compared with a control group. Conclusion: Bhramari and Nadi shodhan pranayama were found to be effective for anger control among security  personnel.