In pursuance of the directions issued by MHA, another committee meeting to monitor the current situation on Indo-Bangladesh border was held on September 5, 2024 headed by Ravi Gandhi, ADG, BSF (Eastern Command) and attended by all members including members from Land Port Authority of India (LPAI).
During the meeting, progress of various communications with Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and status of safety of minority community in Bangladesh especially in bordering districts was discussed.
Since 12 Aug 2024, both the Border Guarding Forces, had around 722 Border Meetings at various levels. Besides, both the border guarding forces carried out 1367 Simultaneous Coordinating Patrolling (SCP) in vulnerable border patches in the area of responsibility of Eastern Command. During these border meetings, BGB officials have been apprised to prevent Bangladeshi Nationals to illegally infiltrate into Indian Territory.
Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) during
meetings have assured to take all steps for the safety of Indian citizens and people belonging to minority communities in Bangladesh. Officials of both the Border Guarding Forces are in constant contact and sharing information on various operational matters on real time basis.
BSF has also been holding village coordination meetings with the Indian
villagers residing along the International border to make them aware about prevalent situation in Bangladesh and to seek their cooperation in border management. Total 614 such meetings have been held in last 15 days in AOR of Eastern Command, where villagers have very warmly responded. Besides, during the period multiple meetings have been held with sister agencies to strengthen security of border.
Situation on Indo-Bangladesh border generally remained peaceful and BSF is
committed to maintain the sanctity of International Boundary along with safety and security of populace residing near the border. BSF personnel have been doing round the clock duties (24×7) to guard the international border in mutual cooperation with BGB in light of Coordinated Border Management Plan (CBMP).
