Agartala, September 13: Tripura is exploring a more integrated approach to managing its international border with Bangladesh, with Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha stressing closer coordination among the state administration, police and Border Security Force (BSF).
Saha said the proposed coordination committee would bring the agencies involved in border management closer together and help improve the flow of information, preparedness and response mechanisms.
The Chief Minister shared the plan with reporters after attending a blood donation camp organised by the Rotary Club of Aspiring Agartala in association with the BSF at its Shalbagan headquarters. IG BSF Tripura Frontier Prince Rani was present at the event.
According to Saha, regular interaction between the civil administration, police and BSF is essential for addressing security concerns along the international boundary. A formal coordination mechanism, he said, would allow the agencies to work together more systematically.
Saha also announced that a pilot project under the smart border initiative is being implemented in Sepahijala district. The project is expected to strengthen surveillance and introduce improved methods of monitoring and managing vulnerable stretches of the border.
Tripura shares its international boundary with Bangladesh along three sides, making effective border management a significant administrative and security priority.
The Chief Minister stressed that increased vigilance would be necessary to check smuggling, illegal movement and other criminal activities along the border. He said stronger coordination could help agencies share information quickly and take preventive measures before situations escalate.
Saha also highlighted the importance of protecting communities living close to the international boundary. Better coordination and preparedness, he said, would help authorities respond more effectively to incidents that could affect border residents.
He emphasised that border management requires cooperation between security forces and the civil administration, particularly in areas where security and law-and-order concerns overlap.
The proposed committee would provide a platform for the concerned agencies to regularly review developments, share inputs and coordinate action on border-related issues.
The smart-border pilot in Sepahijala is expected to complement the proposed mechanism by strengthening surveillance and improving the technological capabilities available for border management.
Saha said the combination of technology, enhanced vigilance and inter-agency cooperation would help Tripura respond more effectively to emerging border challenges.
He reiterated that continued coordination between the state administration, police and BSF would be essential to strengthen security, maintain law and order and ensure greater preparedness along the international border.
