Guwahati: Assam Chief Secretary Ravi Kota has proposed setting up twelve more Border Police Stations in the districts of Cachar, Karimganj, Dhubri, and South Salmara to maintain strict vigil along the Indo-Bangladesh border.
Chairing the 7th State-Level Standing Committee Meeting with stakeholders, including officers from BSF, State Border Police, and the Directorate of Narcotics, Kota reviewed the measures being taken to control cross-border crimes.
During the meeting, he stressed the need for law enforcement agencies to maintain strict vigilance along the Indo-Bangladesh border.
Kota said, “Discussed and recommended the proposal to establish 12 additional Border Police Stations in Cachar, Karimganj, Dhubri, and South Salmara districts.”
The Border Security Force (BSF) confirmed that the entire border (land area) has been fenced, except for riverine routes, where electronic surveillance with modern equipment is being used.
The meeting also discussed the need for sufficient manpower at border outposts and patrol posts.
“Noted that movement of illegal immigrants has been controlled by effective coordination among all the agencies,” he added.
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The Chief Secretary stated discussions were also held on the relocation of 10 border villages.
He further instructed all stakeholders to work together in tracking and monitoring vehicles used for drug trafficking.
