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Defence
Bihar Orders 24‑Hour Patrol on India‑Nepa Border, Alerts 194 SSB BOPs
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 17 Aug 2026, 03:02 PM
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The Bihar government, led by Chief Secretary Pratyay Amrit, has mandated a 24‑hour patrol along the India‑Nepa border, alerting 194 SSB BOPs and 70 stations to enforce zero tolerance against smugglers.
The Bihar government announced a 24‑hour patrol regime along the India‑Nepa border following a high‑level review meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Pratyay Amrit. The directive specifically alerts 194 SSB BOPs and 70 border stations to maintain continuous surveillance and enforce a zero‑tolerance policy against smuggling activities.
The meeting, held at the state secretariat, emphasized the need for heightened vigilance amid rising reports of illicit trade across the border. Officials highlighted that the new patrol schedule will involve coordinated efforts between border security forces and local police units.
Under the new directive, all identified smuggling routes will be monitored round the clock, with rapid response teams ready to intercept any illegal movements. The government also pledged to upgrade surveillance equipment and strengthen intelligence sharing among agencies.
Bihar’s move aligns with national security objectives to curb cross‑border smuggling, which has been a persistent challenge in the region. The state administration expects the 24‑hour patrol to deter illicit activities and protect local communities from the adverse effects of smuggling.
The meeting, held at the state secretariat, emphasized the need for heightened vigilance amid rising reports of illicit trade across the border. Officials highlighted that the new patrol schedule will involve coordinated efforts between border security forces and local police units.
Under the new directive, all identified smuggling routes will be monitored round the clock, with rapid response teams ready to intercept any illegal movements. The government also pledged to upgrade surveillance equipment and strengthen intelligence sharing among agencies.
Bihar’s move aligns with national security objectives to curb cross‑border smuggling, which has been a persistent challenge in the region. The state administration expects the 24‑hour patrol to deter illicit activities and protect local communities from the adverse effects of smuggling.