On January 22, 2025, a border coordination meeting between Deputy Inspector General BSF Malda Sector and Sector Commander BGB Rajshahi Sector was held at BOP Sonamasjid, Bangladesh. Such high level meeting highlight the commitment of both forces towards strengthening bilateral relations and ensuring the sanctity of the international border.
The Border Security Force (BSF) delegation was led by Shri Tarun Kumar Gautam, DIG, Sector Headquarters BSF Malda, while the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) delegation was led by Colonel Mohammad Imran Ibne Rouf, Sector Commander, Sector Headquarters BGB Rajshahi. The delegation comprised respective Battalion Commanders and Staff Officers of both forces.
Important issues of mutual interest in border areas related to border management were discussed in the meeting. Strengthening bilateral cooperation, control of illegal activities in the border area, prevention of movement of people other than farmers near the international border , were discussed and consensus was reached. Both sides emphasized on finding solutions to border related problems through mutual dialogue and consensus. Both sides expressed concern over exaggeration of border related disputes and rumours in some sections of the media and agreed to prevent the same.
The meeting also focused on ensuring effective border management. Recent concerns were also discussed in the meeting, including the incident at Sukdevpur border in Malda district on 18 January 2025. BSF reiterated its commitment to work closely with BGB to maintain peace and security along the Indo-Bangladesh border. The meeting concluded on a positive note, with both forces expressing their continued commitment to bilateral cooperation and border security.
BSF South Bengal Frontier Public Relations Officer Shri N.K. Pandey, DIG said that “These high level meetings symbolize the strong partnership between India and Bangladesh. Both the forces reiterated their commitment towards maintaining security of the international border and resolve common issues through mutual dialogue and cooperation. He further stressed that BSF is fully dedicated to its objective of ensuring peace & security of its borders, and having cordial relationships with its neighboring countries is high on its priority.”
