Authorities in Tripura's Gomati district have imposed stringent security restrictions along a sensitive stretch of the India-Bangladesh border. This decisive action follows credible intelligence reports indicating suspicious movements by armed groups based in the neighboring country.
Intel Triggers Preemptive Security Measures
The district administration, led by District Magistrate Rinku Lather, acted on specific intelligence inputs provided by the Commandant of the 159 Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Bagma. The reports raised alarms about potential infiltration attempts by militants associated with groups like the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Samhati Samiti (PCJSS) and the United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF).
Furthermore, the intelligence highlighted risks involving foreign nationals from Bangladesh, Rohingya individuals, and members of other militant organizations. The specific area under scrutiny is the border stretch from BOP Labokant Para to BOP Chaplin Chera in the Karbook Sub-Division.
Key Restrictions Under BNSS Section 163
Invoking Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, the district magistrate has ordered a set of temporary regulations. DM Lather expressed full confidence in the necessity of these steps, stating sufficient justification exists to implement the law for public safety.
The core restrictions, effective from December 3, 2025, until February 28, 2026, include:
- A prohibition on gatherings of more than four people between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM without prior permission from local authorities.
- General restrictions on public movement in the specified border area during this period.
Residents living within 300 meters of the border fence are exempted from these directives. The administration's objective is clear: to safeguard peace and stability by thwarting efforts from anti-national entities and hostile groups that may compromise security.
Community Vigilance and Cooperation Sought
The movement of these groups is suspected to be linked to plans for criminal activities, smuggling operations, and disturbances to public order. To counter this threat, the district administration has issued a broad appeal for vigilance.
All social organizations, local community leaders, and area residents have been urged to cooperate with authorities. The administration has asked them to maintain a watchful eye and promptly report any suspicious activities or persons to the police or BSF.
This collaborative approach underscores the critical need for public participation in ensuring the security of this sensitive frontier region. The combined efforts of security forces, the administration, and the community aim to create a robust defense against any potential cross-border threats during the restricted period.
