India Imposes Curfew in Border Areas Amid Political Unrest in Bangladesh
In response to the ongoing political crisis in Bangladesh, India has implemented a curfew in border areas to maintain order and security. The political turmoil began when Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the capital, Dhaka, and sought asylum in New Delhi.
The Indian Border Security Force (BSF) has enforced a curfew from 6 pm to 6 am in all areas of Meghalaya within 200 meters of the Bangladeshi border. This decision comes as a precautionary measure due to the unstable situation in Bangladesh and its potential impact on India.
India shares a 4,096-kilometer border with Bangladesh, with 915.35 kilometers of it being unfenced. Five Indian states, including West Bengal and Meghalaya, are adjacent to Bangladesh, making border security a critical issue. The BSF is currently on...