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Amid Bangladesh Unrest, India's BSF Steps Up Border Vigilance

The Border Security Force has ramped up its watch along the India-Bangladesh frontier due to the ongoing political turmoil next door. Officials say while no extra troops have been deployed, surveillance is at its peak, especially after the fall of the Hasina government. Tripura's Chief Minister confirms the state is on high alert, though major infiltration hasn't been detected recently. Senior army commanders have also toured the sensitive border areas to assess the security preparedness firsthand.

Key Points: BSF Intensifies Vigil on India-Bangladesh Border Amid Unrest

  • BSF has intensified surveillance and border domination since violence began in Bangladesh last year
  • No major incidents reported along the border despite unrest in Dhaka and other cities
  • Coordination strengthened through regular meetings with Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB)
  • Tripura CM asserts state is vigilant on Bangladesh developments and law and order
  • Eastern Army Commander visits border areas in Mizoram and Tripura to review security
  • Guarding the border remains challenging due to difficult terrain and unfenced stretches
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BSF steps up vigil along India-Bangladesh border amid fresh unrest in neighbouring country

BSF enhances surveillance along the 1,880-km border with Bangladesh following fresh violence. Coordination with BGB continues as Tripura CM and Army review security.

"However, our vigil remains on top priority, and we are fully prepared to deal with any eventuality. - Senior BSF Official"

Agartala, Dec 21

In view of the ongoing turmoil in Bangladesh, the Border Security Force (BSF) has intensified its vigil along the border with the neighbouring country, officials said on Saturday.

A senior BSF official said that although no additional border guarding forces have been deployed along the frontier, surveillance and vigilance have been further strengthened following the fresh violence in the neighbouring country, especially in Dhaka

"The BSF has enhanced its vigil and intensified domination along the International Border since violence began in Bangladesh in June-July last year, especially after the fall of the Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government on August 5, 2024, " the official told IANS on condition of anonymity.

He said that there have been no major incidents reported along either side of the border, even as fresh violence and large gatherings have been taking place in several Bangladeshi cities, including the capital, Dhaka.

"However, our vigil remains on top priority, and we are fully prepared to deal with any eventuality," the official added.

The official also said that bilateral coordination has been strengthened through regular sector commander-level, battalion-level, company-level and Border Outpost (BOP)-level meetings and border contacts with Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) to resolve issues and enhance coordination between the two forces.

Four northeastern states -- Tripura (856 km), Meghalaya (443 km), Mizoram (318 km) and Assam (263 km) -- share a 1,880-km-long border with Bangladesh, making the region highly sensitive to cross-border movement, migration, smuggling and other crimes.

In a related development, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, after chairing a high-level law and order review meeting at Pragna Bhawan here on Saturday, had said that the state government remains vigilant over Bangladesh-related developments, communal elements and touts, asserting that there would be no compromise on law and order.

Earlier, Saha, who also holds the Home portfolio, said there is currently no major infiltration into Tripura from Bangladesh, but instances of exfiltration from the Indian side have been reported.

He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah have taken a firm stand against infiltration, adding that guarding the international border in Tripura remains challenging due to difficult terrain, geographical factors and unfenced stretches. "There are some patches along the border which are yet to be fenced, and the BSF remains extra alert in these areas. The force has been doing a commendable job in guarding the international border," Saha said.

Amid the volatile situation in Bangladesh, Eastern Army Commander Lt Gen R.C. Tiwari, along with Spear Corps Commander, Lt Gen Abhijit S. Pendharkar and other senior Army officers, visited the India-Bangladesh border areas in Mizoram and Tripura on Friday to review the security situation and preparedness

Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu also last week visited border areas in Sepahijala district and interacted with the people living along there and the BSF officials.

- IANS

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Priya S
Appreciate the detailed update. The coordination with BGB is crucial for peace. Hope our neighbours find stability soon. Our BSF jawans are doing a tough job in difficult terrain.
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Aman W
While vigilance is necessary, I hope we are also prepared to offer humanitarian assistance if needed. We share deep cultural and historical ties with Bangladesh. The focus should be on preventing illegal activities, not shutting out people in genuine distress.
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Sarah B
The article mentions unfenced patches. This has been a long-standing issue. While the BSF is commendable, can we please expedite the fencing? It's a basic requirement for border security.
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Vikram M
The fact that senior Army commanders and the Governor are personally reviewing the situation is reassuring. Shows the government is taking it seriously. Stability in our neighbourhood is directly linked to our own security.
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Kavya N
My uncle is posted with BSF in Tripura. They work in incredibly tough conditions. Salute to their dedication! 🙏 The mention of 'exfiltration' is interesting – need to understand why people are crossing from our side.

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