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Time of India
01-08-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
BSF top officers brief Manipur Governor on border security and peace efforts
Senior BSF officers met with the Governor of Manipur to discuss the region's security. They provided updates on border security and BSF operations. Discussions included coordination with state agencies to maintain peace. BSF has been deployed in Manipur since the ethnic violence began in May 2023. The Lok Sabha approved extending President's Rule. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal, ADG, BSF along with Ravi Kant, IG BSF called on the Governor of Manipur, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, at Raj the meeting, the officers briefed the Governor on the overall security situation along the border, operational preparedness of the BSF in the region, and ongoing efforts to maintain peace and also highlighted the ongoing coordination with state agencies and reiterated the BSF's commitment to maintaining peace and with other Central paramilitary forces, BSF troopers were deployed in Manipur since the ethnic violence broke out in the state on May 3, Wednesday, July 30, 2025, the Lok Sabha approved a resolution to extend President's Rule in Manipur for another six months beyond August Manipur, at least 258 people have been killed and over a thousand people injured in the ethnic violence between the tribal Kuki-Zo and the non-tribal Meitei people since May 3, 2023. More than 60,000 people have been displaced from their homes and villages who are staying in relief camps in different ethnic violence between the non-tribals Meiteis and tribal Kuki-Zo broke out in the northeastern state on May 3, 2023, after a ' Tribal Solidarity March ' was organised in the hill districts to protest the Meitei community's demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status.
The Hindu
05-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
BSF Eastern Command reviews operational preparedness through technology modernisation
Kolkata The Border Security Force (BSF) Eastern Command has reviewed its operational preparedness, focusing on illegal migration, trans-border crimes, and border management challenges, with emphasis on technological modernisation and cooperation with state police and Border Guard Bangladesh. A Field Commanders' Conference was held at the Headquarters of SPL DG (Eastern Command), BSF Kolkata on Friday (July 4, 2025) to discuss border preparedness and cooperation between stakeholders. The high-level meeting was chaired by Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal, Additional Director General (EC), in which all the Inspector Generals of six Frontiers and two training institutions, and other top officials were present. 'The ADG directed the field formations to be prepared for all the contingencies in terms of Operations and Logistics. He tasked the commanders to focus on pending land acquisition cases and to complete the same with a mission mode, so that fencing be erected at unfenced areas. He stressed upon effective border management at Sunderbans,' an official statement from the BSF Eastern Command Headquarters said after the conference. The ADG asked commanders to 'leave no stone unturned' in upholding border integrity and encouraged the adoption of new-age technology to help with better and effective border security management. The officials also discussed on the increased importance of joint operations with State Police, intelligence agencies, and central security forces, while also encouraging commanders to strengthen grassroots relationships with border communities, calling them 'the invisible sentinels who amplify the force's vigilance.' A detailed analysis of crime data and emerging trans-border trends, offering valuable insights into changing patterns of illegal migration, narcotics trafficking, and cattle smuggling was also conducted during the meeting. This comes as multiple reports of smuggling and illegal border crossing has come to fore in the last few months in the Eastern States of India where the country shares thousands of kilometres of border with Bangladesh. Major emphasis was put on analysing existing data and patterns to predict future threats and mitigating them beforehand to enhance border security.
Time of India
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
BSF ADG Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal reviews security at India-Bangladesh border in Tripura
Guwahati: BSF's Additional Director General (ADG), Eastern Command, Kolkata, Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal , visited bordering areas and Border Outposts (BOPs) along the India-Bangladesh border with Tripura. A BSF spokesman said that during his four-day visit (June 24-27), Aggarwal, a senior IPS officer, interacted with field commanders and jawans to assess the situation along the India-Bangladesh border. He said that the BSF ADG, along with Inspector General (IG), BSF Tripura frontier Ashwani Kumar Sharma, visited the BOPs falling under the districts of West Tripura, Sepahijala, South Tripura, Gomati and Dhalai. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Florida: These Companies Are Overcharging You for Auto Insurance Experts In Savings Learn More Undo The ADG, during his visit to the borders, took stock of the security scenario and reviewed operational readiness and vigilance on the frontiers. Aggarwal held meetings with Tripura Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu, Chief Minister Manik Saha, Chief Secretary J K Sinha and Director General of Police Anurag and discussed various operational and administrative issues for effective border management in the state of Tripura. Live Events The BSF ADG on Friday addressed a Sainik Sammelan at BSF's Tripura frontier headquarters at Salbagan. Tripura Chief Minister Saha reiterated that the state government would not allow illegal immigrants from Bangladesh or Myanmar to enter Indian territory under any circumstances. Tripura has an 856 km border with Bangladesh.
India Gazette
27-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
ADG BSF Eastern Command visits border area in Tripura
Agartala (Tripura) [India], June 27 (ANI): Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal, Additional Director General (ADG) of the Border Security Force (BSF) Eastern Command, Kolkata along with Ashwani Kumar Sharma, Inspector General (IG), BSF Tripura visited the Border Out Posts falling under districts of West Tripura, Sepahijela, South Tripura, Gomati and Dhalai. According to a release, ADG Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal, who is on a four-day visit to Tripura, interacted with BSF jawans and field commanders, taking stock of the security scenario and reviewing operational preparedness. ADG addressed a Sainik Sammelan at BSF Salbagan. Lauding the tireless efforts and dedication of BSF officers and men in safeguarding the borders in Tripura, he emphasised the importance of good health, physical fitness, and discipline. ADG BSF called on Indrasena Reddy Nallu, Governor of Tripura, Manik Saha, Chief Minister of Tripura, and further had a courtesy meeting with J K Sinha, IAS, Chief Secretary of Tripura and Anurag, DGP, Tripura Police and discussed various operational and administrative issues for effective border management in the state of Tripura, the release said. (ANI)
United News of India
01-06-2025
- Politics
- United News of India
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. UNI RRK GNK
