Kolkata: Amid the ongoing political unrest in Bangladesh, the Border Security Force (BSF) North Bengal Frontier has reviewed security measures along the Indo-Bangladesh border.
"In light of the recent developments in Bangladesh, the North Bengal Frontier of BSF has reviewed the security situation along the Indo-Bangladesh International border, anticipating various contingencies," BSF said in a press release.
A state of high alert has been declared to address any potential security threats. Commanders at all levels have been directed to maintain utmost vigilance and readiness to handle any unforeseen circumstances. They have been instructed to keep a round-the-clock (24x7) watch on the border, with augmented manpower and the formation of quick reaction teams, the force said.
The Indo-Bangladesh international border spans 4,096 kilometres, with 936.415 kilometres under the jurisdiction of the BSF's North Bengal Frontier, stretching across five districts of West Bengal from Dakshin Dinajpur district to Coochbehar district, the BSF stated.
The North Bengal Frontier has deployed a total of 18 BSF Battalions under four BSF Sectors, all of which are now on high alert. Apart from the entire border, surveillance at all Land Custom Stations (LCS) has also been intensified, BSF added. (with Agency inputs)
