Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has announced that security has been beefed up in the border areas of Rajshahi Division in view of the 13th parliamentary elections. The use of modern technology has also been increased to curb crimes and keep the border situation normal. At the same time, discussions have been held with India's Border Security Force (BSF) to maintain stability along the border. The information was shared on Friday morning at a press conference held beside the Rajshahi-Naogaon highway in front of Rajshahi Postal Academy by BGB Rajshahi Sector Commander Colonel Syed Kamal Hossain. He said that extensive security plans have been adopted in the areas under the responsibility of the Rajshahi Sector centering the election.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 30, 2026 15:27 UTC