Kolkata: Border guard forces of India and Bangladesh on Sunday discussed infiltration and border disputes, among other issues, on the second day of the annual coordination conference. The officers provided this information.
He said the four-day event here, with the presence of Border Security Force and Border Guard Bangladesh personnel, was aimed at promoting bilateral relations and strengthening the spirit of cooperation between the two neighboring countries.
A 14-member Indian delegation led by BSF South Bengal Frontier IG Ayush Mani Tiwari is holding talks with the 11-member Bangladeshi delegation.
The BGB delegation is led by Brigadier General Shamim Ahmed, ADG, Area Commander, South Western Area, Jessore.
Various issues of mutual interest including joint efforts against cross-border crime, pending development works in the border area and measures to prevent illegal cross-border movement are being discussed between the two forces, a BSF statement said.
It said the talks also aim to resolve border disputes and enhance border management effectiveness.
The BSF spokesperson said such conferences contribute significantly to promoting a safe and secure border environment, ensuring stability and prosperity in the region.
The meeting is taking place in the backdrop of firing between BSF personnel and Bangladeshi cattle smugglers in Malda and Murshidabad districts of West Bengal on Saturday and Sunday.
He said the four-day event here, with the presence of Border Security Force and Border Guard Bangladesh personnel, was aimed at promoting bilateral relations and strengthening the spirit of cooperation between the two neighboring countries.
A 14-member Indian delegation led by BSF South Bengal Frontier IG Ayush Mani Tiwari is holding talks with the 11-member Bangladeshi delegation.
The BGB delegation is led by Brigadier General Shamim Ahmed, ADG, Area Commander, South Western Area, Jessore.
Various issues of mutual interest including joint efforts against cross-border crime, pending development works in the border area and measures to prevent illegal cross-border movement are being discussed between the two forces, a BSF statement said.
It said the talks also aim to resolve border disputes and enhance border management effectiveness.
The BSF spokesperson said such conferences contribute significantly to promoting a safe and secure border environment, ensuring stability and prosperity in the region.
The meeting is taking place in the backdrop of firing between BSF personnel and Bangladeshi cattle smugglers in Malda and Murshidabad districts of West Bengal on Saturday and Sunday.
