BGB must maintain strategic relations with neighbours: Adviser

Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury addressing BGB Annual Day programme at Shaheed Shakil Ahmed Hall at Pilkhana on Monday morning.

Dhaka, Dec 29 — Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Monday said the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) must maintain a strategic relation with neighbouring countries while performing duty along the borders.

The instructions came while he was addressing the BGB’s annual day programme at Shaheed Shakil Ahmed Hall in Pilkhana in the morning.

The Adviser warned that strict action would be taken against smugglers and drug traffickers, instructing officials to strengthen vigilance in sensitive areas.

He also said any official or personnel found collaborating with criminals would face legal action.

He instructed BGB members to take all necessary preparations and training to ensure a smooth, peaceful and festive national election.

Jahangir Alam said the role of the paramilitary force would be crucial in maintaining law and order. “The election is approaching. To make it smooth, peaceful and festive, all necessary preparations and training must be undertaken. This is a major responsibility, and I believe you will fulfill it and offer the nation a credible election,” he said.

He further urged close coordination with district administrations to prevent smuggling and ensure that border criminals are brought to justice. - UNB