Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced the establishment of 12 new police stations along the Indo-Bangladesh border. This initiative is aimed at improving coordination with central agencies and strengthening surveillance in key border districts. The new police stations, part of a broader border management plan, will be set up in Cachar, Karimganj, Dhubri, and South Salmara districts. Additionally, the state is in the process of establishing 12 State Border Outposts, while proposals for nine more Border Police Stations near the international border are under active consideration.
These developments come in the wake of heightened efforts by Assam to curb illegal immigration. Over the past two months, state authorities have intercepted more than 130 illegal immigrants attempting to cross the border. Chief Minister Sarma underscored the importance of these new security measures, emphasizing their role in maintaining peace and ensuring the safety of residents in border areas. The enhanced infrastructure is expected to significantly aid in tackling cross-border issues.
On October 22, Assam Police successfully thwarted a major infiltration attempt, intercepting three individuals—Hasmot Ali, Bithi Khatun, and Rima Khatun—before they could enter the state. The Chief Minister praised the police for their swift response via a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), highlighting the ongoing vigilance of law enforcement agencies to deter illegal entry.
