Border Security Force (BSF) personnel patrol along the India-Bangladesh border (Photo: PTI)
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News1822-12-2025, 15:09

Assam on High Alert Amid Bangladesh Unrest; CM Sarma 'Keeping Sharp Eye'

  • Assam is on high alert due to ongoing unrest in neighboring Bangladesh, citing security and law-and-order concerns.
  • CM Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasized constant vigilance, noting historical cross-border movement and alleged atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh.
  • Sarma highlighted provocative statements by "Bangladeshi elements" suggesting the merger of Northeast India with Bangladesh.
  • The unrest in Bangladesh follows the death of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi and the collapse of the Sheikh Hasina government.
  • Prohibitory orders have been imposed along the India-Bangladesh border in Assam's Cachar district to prevent illegal movement.

Why It Matters: Assam remains vigilant, monitoring Bangladesh unrest and cross-border threats, as CM Sarma warns against provocative statements.

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