New Delhi: Mahua Moitra raised serious allegations against a Union Minister regarding the Border Security Force (BSF) allegedly issuing passes to smugglers on the Indo-Bangladesh border. She specifically highlighted an incident involving the smuggling of 3 kilograms of beef.Passes to smugglers An uproar has ensued following allegations that a Union Minister has printed forms on official letterhead purportedly for @BSF_India 85BN, facilitating passes for smugglers operating along the Indo-Bangla border. The controversy centers around accusations that such permissions were granted for the transportation of 3 kilograms of beef. See post here Union Minister has printed forms on official letterhead to @BSF_India 85BN issuing “passes” for smugglers on Indo-Bangla border. In this case for allowing 3 kgs of Beef.Hello @HMOIndia , Gau Rakshak Senas, Godi Media. pic.twitter.com/iYXdihtrVI— Mahua Moitra (@MahuaMoitra) July 8, 2024BSF beefs up security along Indo-Bangla border In response to escalating concerns over smuggling activities and facilitation of human trafficking, the Border Security Force (BSF) has bolstered security measures at critical outposts. This initiative comes as part of a concerted crackdown aimed at curbing illegal activities along Indias borders. The BSFs intensified efforts include enhanced surveillance and vigilance operations aimed at intercepting and apprehending smugglers and individuals involved in trafficking operations. These measures are crucial in light of recent incidents highlighting vulnerabilities in border security and the need for stringent enforcement actions.Top Indian News attempts to contact Jigyasha Kumari from Top Indian News made attempts to contact the number provided in the posts for clarification. Attempt to reach out Union Ministry remain unsanswered. This development raises questions about the availability and accessibility of the source for further information or statements regarding the matter at hand. Efforts to establish contact with the relevant party continue as Top Indian News seeks to verify and gather additional details pertaining to the situation. Further updates are anticipated pending successful communication with the source. The responsiveness of the source to inquiries remains pivotal as journalists and news agencies pursue comprehensive reporting on current events and developments.Illegal migration, cross-border activities major challengesAccording to a report from the Union Home Ministry, the India-Bangladesh border, spanning 4,096.7 km, faces significant challenges due to illegal migration and cross-border activities. The border is described as highly porous, with 3,145 km already covered by physical fencing. Plans are underway to secure the remaining stretch using both physical and non-physical barriers. The measures aim to address ongoing concerns about security breaches and illegal activities, highlighting efforts to enhance border control and maintain territorial integrity amidst persistent challenges along this critical international boundary.Rohingya forced to flee to Bangladesh The Rohingya people are an Indo-Aryan ethnic group predominantly practicing Islam, residing in Myanmars Rakhine State. Prior to the Rohingya genocide in 2017, which forced over 740,000 Rohingya to flee to Bangladesh, an estimated 1.4 million Rohingya lived in Myanmar. They have faced systematic discrimination and persecution, leading to their displacement and precarious state as one of the worlds largest stateless populations. The humanitarian crisis sparked international condemnation and calls for justice amid ongoing efforts to address their plight and secure their rights to citizenship and safe return to Myanmar.CAA implementationThe implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) by the Indian government has emerged as a focal point of discussions in the socio-political and diplomatic spheres of South Asian countries. According to the Act, Hindus, Parsis, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, and Christians — specifically non-Muslims — who have escaped to India from religious persecution in Muslim-majority Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Pakistan before 31 December 2014, will receive Indian citizenship. However, if government has implemented, there is a need to have regulations on it as well.
