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History of Border Guard Bangladesh.

https://bgb.gov.bd/site/page/aa6b0469-8ce0-4678-a348-87a582a096fe/-

Introduction:

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) is a well-disciplined, valiant and legendary paramilitary force of glories. Better known as the "ever vigilant sentinels of the border" BGB is entrusted with the protection of Bangladesh border, anti-smuggling & anti-narcotics operations, prevention of women & children trafficking, prevention of all sorts of trans-border crimes and internal security duties. Since its inception over 228 years, duties and responsibilities of the force have been increased manifold, as well as operational strategies put on multi-dimensions. The significant changes of the force marked from the history are as follows:

a. Ramgarh Local Battalion: This force started its journey on 29th June 1795 with the name of 'Ramgarh Local Battalion' previously named 'Frontier Protection Force' formed by East India Company in 1794. There were 448 soldiers, two irregular cavalries and only four cannons as the resort of its commencement.

b. Frontier Guards: In 1861, 'Ramgarh Local Battalion' was reorganized and renamed as 'Frontier Guards' with 1454 members altogether. The force headquarter was in Chittagong and under command outposts were at Kamrup, Goalpara, Laxmipur, Sylhet and Tripura. In 1879 'Special Reserve Company' of the force was raised for the first time at Peelkhana.

c. Bengal Military Police: In 1891, this force was renamed as 'Bengal Military Police'. A European Subedar commanded the battalion which had four companies located at different parts of Indian subcontinent namely Dhaka, Dhumka, Vagolpur and Gangtok.

d. Eastern Frontier Rifle: In 1920, its strength was increased by comprising 16 Platoons and renamed as 'Eastern Frontier Rifles'. Then its primary tasks were to protect the borders and assist in internal security duties.

e. East Pakistan Rifles: After partition of the Indian subcontinent, the organization was regrouped and renamed as 'East Pakistan Rifles'. A group of metropolitan armed police of Calcutta and some 1000 ex-soldiers of the then East-Pakistan were merged into this force. Some 3000 Bengali members were also employed in the force. Officers from the army were employed for efficient leadership in the force. In 1958 it was assigned with the tasks of border protection and anti-smuggling duties. The strength of the force increased to 13,454 on 25 March 1971.

f. Active Participation in Liberation War: This force valiantly played an illustrious role in the historic 'Liberation War' of Bangladesh. On 25 March 1971, Pakistani occupied force attacked erstwhile EPR headquarters at Peelkhana. Then 'Independence Message' from 'Bangabandhu' was transmitted to remote areas of the country through wireless system of its headquarters. Consequently soldiers and people of the country were inspired to confront the Pak-forces. At the beginning of liberation war, Bengali members of the force created strong opposition at Zinjira on the bank of Buriganga on tactical ground . Later on, almost 12000 soldiers of this force accompanied by other forces and civil freedom fighters fought 9 month long armed-battle under the commands of 11 sectors. Freedom fighters of this force carried out numerous operations like face to face, guerilla fight and suicidal attacks to destroy the dens of enemies. In the 'liberation war' a total of 817 soldiers of this force sacrificed their lives for the nation. Among them 'Shaheed Lance Naik Nur Mohammad Sheikh' and 'Shaheed Lance Naik Munshi Abdur Rouf' bestowed the highest gallantry award 'Bir Shrestha' for their vast heroism. Among others, 8 martyrs awarded 'Bir Uttam', 32 martyrs awarded 'Bir Bikram' and 77 martyrs awarded 'Bir Protik'.

g. Bangladesh Rifles: After the independence of Bangladesh, on 03 March 1972 'East Pakistan Rifles' was renamed as 'Bangladesh Rifles (BDR)'. On 03 March 1980, the Government granted 'National Flag' for the force as the special recognition of its activities. In 2008, the force was awarded the prestigious 'Independence Medal-2008' for its outstanding contribution to the 'Liberation War'.

h. Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB): On 25-26 February 2009, a number of 74 people including 57 meritorious army officers were brutally killed in an atrocious carnage occurred in the force's headquarters at Peelkhana. Following that grievous mishap, reorganization of the force inevitably came onward. After passing the 'Border Guard Bangladesh Act, 2010' in the Parliament on 08 December 2010, it has come into effect from 20 December of the same year. Honorable Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, formally raised the flag and opened the monogram of the renamed force on 23 January 2010 to launch as 'Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB)'.

Conclusion:

Under the new law, organizational restructuring activities of the force are under implementation. At present, the force is effectively discharging its responsibilities through 05 Regions, 16 Sectors, 59 Battalions, Border Guard Training Centers and Colleges, 05 BG Hospitals and a large number of BOPs. The BGB has been working as a 'vigilant border guard' to prevent any kind of border crime including border security, smuggling, women and children and drug trafficking as well as maintaining internal peace and order.
 
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Continue following chain of command: PM tells BGB​

4 Mar 2024, 7:33 pm0
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UNB, Dhaka :

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina addressed the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) during their annual day parade on Monday, emphasizing the paramount importance of adhering to the chain of command for maintaining discipline within the ranks.

“Keep in mind that the chain of command is the most important driving power for a disciplined force. Never break the discipline; continue following the chain of command,” Sheikh Hasina urged the BGB members.

The premier was addressing the parade of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) Day-2024 at its headquarters in Dhaka.

The Prime Minister reflected on her government’s initiatives to bolster the BGB, citing the enactment of the Border Guard Bangladesh Act 2010 as a pivotal step towards enhancing the force’s capabilities. “Now BGB has been built as an efficient, strong, modern three-dimensional force,” she said, adding that BGB is now capable of performing its duty on land, water, and air.

She said the Awami League government adopted the ‘Border Guard Bangladesh Vision-2041’ in a bid to develop the BGB as a world-class border guard force.

“We want Border Guard Bangladesh to be developed as a world-class border force, and march forward as border sentinels, becoming a symbol of trust for the people of Bangladesh,” she said adding that BGB will also be a smart force in Smart Bangladesh by 2041.

The prime minister appreciated the role of protecting the country’s borders and combating different border crimes, and standing beside the people during any crisis in the country.

“Alongside protecting the border, the BGB resisted different border crimes including smuggling, drug and women, children trafficking in a responsible manner,” she said.

Apart from playing the role as sentinels on the border, the BGB stands beside the people during any problem like arson violence in the country and always plays a role in protecting the lives and property, and thus they gained the trust and confidence of the nation, she said.

The prime minister inspected a spectacular parade arranged at Bir Uttam Anwar Hossain Parade Ground in Pilkhana, riding on an open decorated vehicle, and then received salute of the march-past.

She handed over the BGB Medal, President BGB Medal, BGB Medal-Service and President BGB Medal-Service to 72 selected BGB personnel in recognition of their heroic and outstanding contribution to different activities of the force.

The PM unveiled a sculpture of Bangabandhu titled “Prerona” at the BGB headquarters.

Earlier, on her arrival, Sheikh Hasina was received by Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan and BGB Director General Major General Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui.​
 

BGB-BSF DG-level border conference begins in Dhaka​



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A five-day director general (DG)-level border conference between Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and Indian Border Security Force (BSF) began in Dhaka today.

The conference is being held at the conference room of Pilkhana BGB headquarters in the capital.​

A 16-member delegation led by BGB DG Major General Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui took part in the conference.

Apart from BGB high officials, representatives from the Prime Minister's Office, Home Ministry, Foreign Ministry and officials of the joint river commission were present there.

On the other hand, a nine-member delegation led by BSF DG Nitin Agrawal joined the conference with the presence of high officials of BSF, Indian Home and Foreign Ministry officials and officials of Indian High Commission.

The meeting discussed security-related issues like border killing; drugs, arms, ammunition, women, and children trafficking, illegal trespassing, conservation of the banks of the rivers along the bordering areas, joint efforts to implement Coordinated Border Management Plan (CBMP), development of the bi-lateral relation between the two countries and development work within 150 yards of the international border.

Earlier, a nine member delegation led by Indian Border Security Force (BSF) Director General (DG) Nitin Agrawal arrived in the city. Smita Agrawal, wife of the BSF head, is accompanying him during his visit to Bangladesh.

BGB DG Major General Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui and his spouse Nawrin Ashraf welcomed the BSF delegation with flowers upon their arrival at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in the morning.

Later, the Indian delegation was taken to the BGB headquarters where the BSF chief paid respect to the BGB members who sacrificed their lives during the country's liberation war in 1971.

Moreover, another delegation of 'BSF Wives Welfare Association' also came to the country at the invitation of the BGB Shimanto Paribar Kalyan Samity (SHIPKS) Chief Patron Nawrin Ashraf.

The delegates of the Indian welfare association are scheduled to attend several events hosted by the SHIPKS and Shimanto Ladies Club.

The conference will end through the signing of Joint Record of Discussions (JRD) on March 9.

The BSF delegation will return to India on March 9 wrapping up the five day DG level border conference.​
 
Another talk-shop, with little in the way of actionable decisions. We are welcoming the killers of Felani with open arms.

Remember this?


Promises, promises.

Now they are making this a cross-border saree and lehenga shopping extravaganza in both countries, with wives involved.

Where is the serious discussion to resolve pending issues? Meanwhile Felanis keep dying on the fences.

Pathetic.
 
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Here is another recent Op-Ed piece in one of the local Dhaka rags...
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India’s pledge to end border killing must not remain rhetorical​

Published: 00:00, Mar 06,2024

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DOZENS of conferences, talks between directors general of border forces of India and Bangladesh and bilateral pledges appear to have yielded no result in ending killing of Bangladeshis by India’s Border Security Force along the border.

The issue has always been one of the top priorities at discussions by Dhaka. The Indian guards and the political leaders have on many occasions promised to end border killing, but the Border Security Force has continued to use lethal weapons and kill and torture Bangladeshis.

In the latest incident, the Indian guards shot dead a Border Guard Bangladesh soldier on January 22 along the Benapole border in Jashore while at least 20 Bangladeshis were killed by the Indian guards in seven months.

In 2023, 30 Bangladeshis were, according to Ain o Salish Kendra, killed by the Indian guards. In such a situation, the 54th director-general talks between the Bangladesh and Indian forces began on March 5 in Dhaka. Presumably, Dhaka would once again request that the Indians to follow the zero-border killing policy and the Indians would presumably once again dish out the rhetoric that it would follow the policy.

It is not that the Indian guards have killed ‘criminals’ engaged in crimes on the border. In many instances, Indian guards are reported to have tortured and killed Bangladeshis, mostly farmers working on fields, well inside the Bangladesh territory.

Examples of such intrusion, which is a gross violation of the international laws and the many agreements between the two neighboring countries, abound. Besides, the Indian guards have continued to show a trigger-happy attitude in dealing with cattle smugglers or petty criminals.

It is understood that cross-border smuggling involves people from both sides of the border and although there are agreements that such people will be dealt with in accordance with the laws and lethal weapons will not be used, the Indian guards continue to pursue a shoot-to-kill policy, dishonoring the agreements and memorandums.

While the political leaders of the two countries never fail to glorify the friendly bilateral relations, India’s border violence, which has reached such a proportion that many international media and rights organizations have termed the Bangladesh-India border as the ‘deadliest’, has negatively affected people-to-people relations. At least 1,236 Bangladeshis were killed and 1,145 injured in Indian guard fire between 2000 and 2020, as rights organization Odhikar says.

An end to border killing and a peaceful border could have been achieved if justice had been ensured in earlier incidents of border killing. But sadly, India has never brought any of those accused of being high-handed to justice.

Dhaka must, therefore, push for an immediate implementation of a zero-border killing policy and demand investigation of all incidents of torture and killings.

Dhaka must also take up the border killing issue at international forums as it is a violation of the international laws. Indian authorities must deliver on their promises and ensure that their border force abides by the laws and border protocols.
 
Another talk-shop, with little in the way of actionable decisions. We are welcoming the killers of Felani with open arms.

Promises, promises.

Now they are making this a cross-border saree and lehenga shopping extravaganza in both countries, with wives involved.

Where is the serious discussion to resolve pending issues? Meanwhile Felanis keep dying on the fences.

Pathetic.
BGB has been turned into a poodle of Indian BSF. Bangladesh's current regime is the extended tail of India. They have sold out Bangladesh to India for their petty political interests.👎
 

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