During the meeting, the BSF raised several issues related to smuggling, infiltration and attacks on its troops by Bangladeshi criminals. According to a senior BSF official, emphasis was placed on high-level border management during the conference.
The BGB delegation appreciated the need to strengthen security along the border and curb illegal activities for the sake of both nations that share friendly ties.
"Deep concern was expressed over the increasing attacks by criminals and smugglers from Bangladesh on BSF jawans and Indian nationals. On this issue, both sides decided to work together and carry out joint patrols. This will help identify vulnerable areas and prevent such crimes.
"It was also decided to share real-time intelligence information to improve operational efficiency. This will enable both forces to get timely information on illegal activities taking place along the border and take immediate action," the official said.
The issue of infiltration of Bangladeshi citizens was also discussed. Both forces agreed that strict action is required to deal with this type of activities, as they decided to carry out joint patrols to identify sensitive areas. This will improve security along the border and monitor the activities of criminals.
The Indian side was led by Ayush Mani Tiwari, IG, BSF, South Bengal Frontier, while the Bangladeshi side was headed by Brigadier Shamim Ahmed, Area Commander, South West Region, Jessore.
While the BGB delegation consisted of 11 members, the Indian side had 15.
“This dialogue has provided us with an important opportunity to improve security and cooperation along the border. We are confident that this dialogue will result in curbing border crimes and strengthening the security of both countries," Tiwari said after the four-day conference that began on Saturday.
After the conference, Brigadier Ahmed met Ravi Gandhi, ADG, BSF, Eastern Command, and discussed matters of mutual interest.
The BGB delegation appreciated the need to strengthen security along the border and curb illegal activities for the sake of both nations that share friendly ties.
"Deep concern was expressed over the increasing attacks by criminals and smugglers from Bangladesh on BSF jawans and Indian nationals. On this issue, both sides decided to work together and carry out joint patrols. This will help identify vulnerable areas and prevent such crimes.
"It was also decided to share real-time intelligence information to improve operational efficiency. This will enable both forces to get timely information on illegal activities taking place along the border and take immediate action," the official said.
The issue of infiltration of Bangladeshi citizens was also discussed. Both forces agreed that strict action is required to deal with this type of activities, as they decided to carry out joint patrols to identify sensitive areas. This will improve security along the border and monitor the activities of criminals.
The Indian side was led by Ayush Mani Tiwari, IG, BSF, South Bengal Frontier, while the Bangladeshi side was headed by Brigadier Shamim Ahmed, Area Commander, South West Region, Jessore.
While the BGB delegation consisted of 11 members, the Indian side had 15.
“This dialogue has provided us with an important opportunity to improve security and cooperation along the border. We are confident that this dialogue will result in curbing border crimes and strengthening the security of both countries," Tiwari said after the four-day conference that began on Saturday.
After the conference, Brigadier Ahmed met Ravi Gandhi, ADG, BSF, Eastern Command, and discussed matters of mutual interest.
