India to transform border security with quadrangular grid, new 'territorial security' concept
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a complete transformation of India's border security arrangements. A new "quadrangular security grid" will be established, involving the public, civil administration, local police, and military working with the Border Security Force (BSF). This initiative, part of the Smart Border Security Project, will replace the traditional "mere border security" with a concept of "territorial security." The project involves significant investment in drones, radars, watchtowers, and state-of-the-art technology to create a robust security grid, particularly addressing incomplete fencing along the West Bengal boundary and securing forested and riverine channels.
Key Points
- India plans a complete transformation of its border security arrangements.
- A "quadrangular security grid" will be established, integrating public, civil administration, local police, and military with the BSF.
- The new approach will shift from "mere border security" to "territorial security."
- The Smart Border Security Project involves substantial investment in advanced technology like drones, radars, and watchtowers.
- Efforts are focused on completing fencing along the West Bengal boundary and securing vulnerable forested and riverine channels.
Exam Facts
- Union Home Minister is Amit Shah.
- The initiative is part of the Smart Border Security Project.
- The Border Security Force (BSF) will be a key component.
- The project aims to address incomplete fencing along the West Bengal boundary.
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