BGB on high alert at Benapole, C'nawabganj borders over possible push-ins
Strict security measures have been enforced across nearly 102 kilometres of border areas under the jurisdiction of Jessore-49 BGB and Khulna-21 BGB
Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has intensified security and surveillance along the Benapole border in Jashore amid concerns over possible push-ins following the situation surrounding the West Bengal Legislative Assembly election in India.
Since this morning (7 May), strict security measures have been enforced across nearly 102 kilometres of border areas under the jurisdiction of Jessore-49 BGB and Khulna-21 BGB.
Commanding Officer of Jessore-49 BGB Battalion, Lieutenant Colonel Golam Mohammad Saiful Alam Khan, said the force remains on high alert to prevent all forms of intrusion and cross-border crimes.
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Additional BGB members have been deployed at several border points in Benapole, including Raghunathpur, Shikarpur, Sadipur, Ghiba, Putkhali, Goga, Daulatpur and Rudrapur.
Patrol and round-the-clock monitoring have also been intensified in those areas.
Authorities have also warned people against unnecessary movement near border areas, particularly at night.
"Strict surveillance is being maintained along the border to ensure that no intruders can enter Bangladesh from India. Additional patrol measures have also been strengthened," said Colonel Golam Mohammad.
Sources said security was tightened considering the situation in West Bengal following the elections.
