India summons Bangladesh envoy, defends border work

• The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that fencing works on the India-Bangladesh border are being carried out in accordance with protocols and agreements.

• The conversation occurred after Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Mohammad Jashim Uddin expressed concern about Border Security Force (BSF) construction works.

• India reiterated its commitment to a crime-free border, addressing challenges of cross-border criminal activities, smuggling, and trafficking.

• Measures include barbed wire fencing, border lighting, technical device installation, and cattle fences.