Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma today said that there is mutual understanding between India and Bangladesh regarding the construction of border fences. 

He said: “We have an understanding with regard to fencing the border for security. Our two border guard enforcements - BSF and BGB - have been in communication in this regard. We expect the understandings will be implemented and that cooperative approach to combating crime.” 

Verma was talking to reporters after being summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dhaka. 
 
The envoy also said he and the foreign secretary also discussed Indian commitment to ensuring the crimes along the border, effectively addressing the challenges of smuggling, movements of criminal and trafficking. 

He emphasized the importance of cooperation and understanding between the border forces of both countries to maintain security.

Earlier, Verma was summoned to the Foreign Ministry at 3:00 pm, where he met with Foreign Secretary Jahsim Uddin. 

The discussion focused on recent developments, including reports of India beginning fence construction in five locations, which had been halted due to opposition from the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and local residents.

On December 3, Verma was summoned called to discuss attacks on Bangladeshi missions in Agartala and other parts of India.

BDST: 1839 HRS, JAN 12, 2025
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