Nepal Crisis: bengal and Centre Show Unity on National Security Amid Political Turmoil
Unusual Political Unity:
Despite ongoing political tensions between West Bengal’s trinamool congress and the BJP-led central government, both sides have set aside differences to focus on national security due to recent instability in Nepal.
Statements of Cooperation:
Chief minister mamata banerjee emphasized, “These are issues of national interest and there is no difference of opinion between Trinamool-BJP on these issues.”
Prime minister Narendra Modi also refrained from political criticism during his recent Bengal visit.
Security Concerns at nepal Border:
The unrest in nepal, driven by protests from Generation Z and political changes, has prompted india to increase security along its border with Nepal.
West bengal shares a nearly 100-km border with nepal, including the sensitive chicken Neck region near Siliguri.
Interim Nepalese Government:
An interim government led by Sushila Karki is currently in power in Nepal. However, the indian government remains on high alert despite the temporary leadership.
High-Level Coordination:
A rare joint corps commanders’ meeting was held at fort William, attended by Defence minister Rajnath Singh and NSA Ajit Doval, reflecting the seriousness of the issue.
Increased Security Measures:
BSF deployment enhanced along the border.
Surveillance stepped up with army and SSB support.
State police monitoring critical points like the Panitanki bridge.
Continuous intelligence sharing between Centre and State.
DGP Rajiv Kumar and Chief Secretary coordinating with PMO and Home Ministry.
Chinese Influence Detected:
Intelligence agencies found Chinese currency in circulation in Kathmandu markets, raising concerns over Beijing’s increasing presence in Nepal.
Governor’s Border Visit:
Governor CV anand Bose visited the Fasideva area near the nepal border, despite mamata Banerjee’s initial security concerns. The state government supported the visit with full security arrangements.
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