BSF Eastern Command Chief reviews India-Bangladesh border security in Meghalaya
Shillong, June 1 (UNI) Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal, Additional Director General (ADG) of the Border Security Force (BSF) Eastern Command, reviewed the current security scenario along the India-Bangladesh international border during his visit to the Border Security Force, Meghalya Frontier, a BSF official said.
Aggarwal wrapped up a four-day visit to Meghalaya on Sunday after visiting several Border Outposts (BOPs) in the West Jaintia Hills district and East Khasi Hills district and interacted with BSF personnel stationed in remote and challenging locations.
He commended the troops for their dedication and resilience amid difficult terrain and adverse weather conditions.
While addressing the officers of BSF Frontier Meghalaya, Aggarwal emphasised the importance of maintaining high morale, constant vigilance, and professionalism.
He also highlighted the critical role of civic action programs in strengthening ties with border communities.
In addition to operational reviews, the BSF Eastern Command Chief held meetings with senior officials of the civil and police administration to enhance inter-agency coordination and ensure seamless security management in the region.
Inspector General of BSF, Meghalaya Frontier, O P Upadhyay briefed Aggarwal on the prevailing border situation, recent anti-smuggling operations, deployment strategies, and coordination efforts with local authorities.
He reviewed the measures taken to prevent illegal infiltration and exfiltration, and appreciated the force's success in curbing cross-border activities.
The BSF Eastern Command Chief also called on Meghalaya Governor, Chandrashekhar H. Vijayashankar, at Raj Bhavan, where he briefed him on the current security landscape and BSF's proactive measures along the international boundary.
Aggarwal later met Chief Secretary D.P. Wahlang to discuss administrative cooperation, logistical support for BSF operations, and joint efforts to maintain peace and order in the sensitive border region.
The BSF reiterated its commitment to national security and pledged continued support to the development and welfare of communities living along the border.
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