Early Times Report JAMMU, Dec 15: Praveen Kumar, IPS, DG BSF, visited Jammu Frontier to review the security situation along the Jammu International Border (IB). Shashank Anand, IPS, Inspector General, BSF Jammu Frontier, briefed the DG BSF on the prevailing security scenario and operational preparedness along the border. During the visit, DG BSF, accompanied by Satish S. Khandare, IPS, ADG, SDG(Western Command), and IG, BSF Jammu, visited the Samba and Kathua border areas, where he was briefed by field commanders on the prevailing border situation, operational challenges, and security measures in place. DG BSF reviewed border management, Counter infiltration grid, and overall security arrangements along the International Border, assessed operational preparedness, and lauded the unwavering commitment, operational excellence, and resilience of BSF Praharis. DG BSF also reviewed Smart Border Technology projects focused on strengthening surveillance, operational efficiency, and overall border security along the International Border. On the evening of 14 December 2025, DG BSF addressed a Prahari Sammelan at Frontier Headquarters BSF Jammu, praising the troops for their dedication to border duties and emphasizing the need to maintain effective border domination to thwart anti-national activities. He also inaugurated 20 newly constructed Mahila Barracks at various Border Out Posts (BOPs), aimed at providing improved accommodation and welfare facilities for women personnel deployed along the border. |