‘Expect earlier understandings to be implemented’: India to B’desh envoy amid fencing row

The Ministry of External Affairs summoned Bangladesh’s acting high commissioner to discuss border security issues, reinforcing India’s commitment to a crime-free border. Emphasizing existing protocols and agreements, India highlighted key measures such as fencing and lighting. Bangladesh cited unequal agreements for recent border tensions, particularly over the BSF’s fencing attempts in Malda, escalating concerns over infiltration.