Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma announced that almost 90% of the fencing work along the India-Bangladesh international border in the state has been finished. The remaining stretches are awaiting completion after addressing a few local issues. Sangma revealed that out of the approximately 440-kilometer border, around 400 kilometers have already been fenced.
Delays in the remaining 40 to 45 kilometers are attributed to ground-level challenges and concerns raised by local residents in certain border villages. The proposed fencing alignment in some locations encroaches on Indian territory, impacting privately owned land of local communities.
Sangma emphasized the sensitive nature of these local issues, as some villages face division due to the fencing alignment, posing practical and social challenges for residents. The Chief Minister assured that the state government is engaging with local communities and village leaders to find practical solutions that balance national security needs with citizens’ interests.
The government aims to resolve pending concerns through discussions with stakeholders promptly to complete the remaining border fencing work. Sangma highlighted the importance of border fencing in enhancing security and surveillance along the international border. He mentioned the close collaboration between the Meghalaya government, the Central government, and relevant agencies to expedite the project’s completion.
