India Bolsters Eastern Defenses: Tezpur Airbase Expanded Amid Bangladesh Tensions

• Mohammad Yunus's alleged anti-India actions, including China ties and 'Greater Bangladesh' map, raised India's concerns.
• India is strengthening eastern and northeastern security, upgrading air force stations near the Bangladesh border.
• 383 acres of land acquired for major expansion of strategically vital Tezpur Air Force Station in Assam.
• Tezpur AFS, near China border and Siliguri Corridor, is crucial for eastern defense, potential Rafale/S-400 deployment.
• Expansion aims to boost infrastructure, readiness, and operational capability against regional threats.

Why It Matters: India strategically expands Tezpur Air Force Station to counter regional threats and bolster eastern defenses.