In a major administrative and security decision, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that the process of transferring land to the Border Security Force (BSF) for fencing along the India-Bangladesh border will begin immediately and is expected to be completed within 45 days. The decision was taken during the first cabinet meeting held at Nabanna, the state secretariat, following the recent political transition in West Bengal. According to officials, the move fulfills a key electoral promise made by the ruling party aimed at addressing illegal infiltration from Bangladesh.
As part of the plan, the BSF will receive full operational control over the designated border land to expedite fencing work. Authorities believe that once the transfer process is completed, the fencing project will be implemented more effectively, helping to curb illegal cross-border movement in the short term. The Chief Minister also held a high-level meeting with senior police officials, including the Director General of Police, marking his first major interaction with the state police leadership. During the meeting, discussions reportedly focused on modernizing policing practices and improving law and order across the state.
Meanwhile, despite the political transition, central paramilitary forces including the CRPF and BSF will continue to remain deployed in the state. Nearly 500 companies are currently stationed to maintain security, and officials have indicated that deployment levels may be adjusted depending on ground conditions. The developments signal a significant shift in border management and internal security strategy in West Bengal under the new administration.
