‘Infiltration to be detected using technology’
Govt working to reduce difficulties faced by soldiers
Sanjeev Pargal
JAMMU, Apr 7: To safeguard the country’s borders, the Central Government is deploying an electronic surveillance system. The technology will be used to detect and dismantle underground cross-border tunnels to thwart infiltration by the terrorists into Jammu and Kashmir.
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This was stated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah while addressing the BSF personnel during his visit to Border Outpost ‘Vinay’ near the International Border in Hiranagar sector of Kathua district today.
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Union Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) Dr Jitendra Singh, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Director Intelligence Bureau Tapan Deka and Director General BSF Daljit Singh Chaudhary accompanied the Home Minister to the International Border.
Five terrorists who reportedly infiltrated from Sanyal in the same Hiranagar sector were trapped at Safiyan Jakhole in Kathua on March 27. While two terrorists were killed, four police personnel were martyred in the operation. Infiltration by the terrorists has become a cause of concern and announcement by the Home Minister that new technology will be used to detect cross-border tunnels will go long way in foiling intrusion bids.
“More than 26 technology-related initiatives are currently being tested which also include anti-drone technology,” Shah said, adding that two models of electronic surveillance systems have been developed for deployment on the borders.
He expressed confidence that the results would be achieved by next March, which would make it easier for the soldiers to fulfill their duties.
After their installation across the entire border, he said, the soldiers will find it much easier to receive information and respond immediately to any actions by the enemy, using technology.
“Several tests have been conducted to detect infiltration and identify tunnels using technology,” the Home Minister said.
In a few years, he added, the security forces deployed on the entire India-Pakistan and India-Bangladesh borders will be fully equipped with technical assistance.
Shah, who interacted with BSF personnel, lauded the contribution of the force and praised the troops for performing their duties in challenging circumstances. He asserted that the Central Government is fully committed to the welfare of security forces and their families.
“The sacrifice, bravery, valour and courage of our soldiers form the shield that protects India against enemies from across the border, and this is why the people of the country hold deep respect for the BSF,” he said.
Shah paid tribute to BSF Assistant Commandant Vinay Prasad, who made the ultimate sacrifice while on duty at the International Border in Kathua district in 2019.
Earlier, in 2021, Shah had visited the Makwal Border Post along the Jammu frontier.
He also inspected the forward border post and inaugurated newly built facilities at the border, including eight women’s barracks, high-mast lights, a G+1 tower and a composite BOP, all constructed at a cost of Rs 47.22 crore.
These initiatives have strengthened the security arrangements during the Border Security Force personnel’s duties and have also improved their living conditions.
During his interaction with the soldiers, Shah said that after visiting this place one realises the difficult conditions under which the BSF personnel ensure the security of the country’s borders.
“The Modi Government is working to reduce the difficulties faced by soldiers in the discharge of their duties and will continue to do so,” he said.
Shah emphasised that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Central Government is fully committed to the welfare of security forces and their families.
“Despite extreme cold, heavy rainfall or temperatures reaching 45 degrees Celsius, and regardless of the geographical or climatic challenges, our soldiers remain vigilant and dedicated to securing the borders with preparedness and alertness,” the Home Minister said, adding the BSF has a glorious history when it comes to the country’s security.
Shah said the entire nation knows that the BSF is the first line of defence and it has always fulfilled this responsibility exceptionally well.
He noted that in every war with Pakistan, the contribution of our BSF soldiers has been as significant as that of the Indian Army.
The Centre has launched several welfare schemes for security forces, including Ayushman CAPF, ex-gratia payments, accidental death insurance coverage under the CAPF salary package scheme, the Unified Pension Scheme, the Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) and e-Housing, he said.
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