BSF Tightens Vigil as Bangladesh Sees Political Shift

Following a major political shift in Bangladesh, the Border Security Force (BSF) has heightened security along the 4,096-km-long India-Bangladesh border. This response comes after Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down and the country’s military, under Waker-Uz-Zaman, established an interim government in Dhaka.

Acting BSF Director General Daljit Chawdhary and senior officials have arrived in Kolkata to assess the border’s security situation. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is closely monitoring the unfolding events.

BSF personnel have been instructed to maintain strict surveillance to prevent unauthorized crossings and curb potential activities by smugglers and terrorists. The India-Bangladesh border, known for its challenging terrain of hills, rivers, and valleys, spans across West Bengal (2,216.7 km), Assam (263 km), Meghalaya (443 km), Tripura (856 km), and Mizoram (318 km). Currently, there are 1,096 border outposts (BOPs) manned by the BSF along this border.

With the situation in Bangladesh being closely watched, the BSF remains vigilant to thwart any illegal migration or cross-border activities. The heightened alert underscores the importance of maintaining security and stability in the region during this transitional period.