Bangladesh Violence: BSF Steps Up Vigil Along Indo-Bangla Border In Tripura
First Published: 21st July, 2024 16:53 IST
BSF troops are on high alert to manage any potential spillover effects from the disturbances in Bangladesh
In response to the escalating tension in Bangladesh, the Border Security Force (BSF) has beefed up vigil along the 856 km border that Tripura shares with the neighbouring nation, a senior BSF official confirmed on Sunday.
Patel Piyush Purushottam Das, Inspector General (IG) of BSF Tripura Frontier, speaking to reporters at Shalbagan, stated that BSF troops are on high alert to manage any potential spillover effects from the disturbances in Bangladesh.
“We are fully aware of the situation and have intensified security measures to prevent any criminal elements from exploiting the current unrest,” said IG Patel.
He elaborated that maximum troop mobilization has been carried out, with senior commanders stationed at the border to ensure a high level of operational readiness.
IG Patel also praised the cooperation of the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) in assisting with the evacuation of Indian students from Bangladesh, noting that the BSF is in constant communication with their counterparts.
The IG highlighted that around 8,000 Indian students, primarily enrolled in medical colleges in Comilla, Brahmanbaria, and Dhaka, have been affected.
Many of these students have returned to India through four Integrated Check Posts (ICPs) and Land Customs Stations (LCS), mainly via Agartala in the West Tripura district and Srimantapur in the Sepahijala district.
“Thanks to the BGB’s efforts, 36 students stranded in Bangladesh were safely escorted to the Agartala border, and this was achieved seamlessly and professionally,” IG Patel remarked.
The BSF has arranged refreshments, food packets, transportation, and medical aid at the ICPs for the returning students, coordinating closely with local authorities to ensure a smooth process.
Approximately 300 students returned via the Srimantapur ICP in Sonamura district and 76 through the Akhaura ICP.
Another 300 students are expected to arrive today. Additionally, 628 Bangladeshi nationals entered and left India through these ICPs yesterday.
IG Patel mentioned that 95% of the 856 km Indo-Bangla border in Tripura is fenced, with work ongoing on the remaining 27.5 km.
The BSF continues to work in close coordination with local police to prevent any criminal activities amidst the current situation.
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