[🇧🇩-Land] Indian army---A long term threat for Bangladesh army.

Source: https://thefinancialexpress.com.bd/world/asia/indian-defence-minister-urges-military-to-watch-out-for-conflicts-in-bangladesh-china

Indian defence minister urges military to watch out for conflicts in Bangladesh, China
Published :
Sep 07, 2024 11:59
Updated :
Sep 07, 2024 11:59

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has urged the country’s armed forces to analyse the ongoing conflicts between Israel-Hamas, Russia-Ukraine, and the current state of affairs in Bangladesh to prepare India for the “unexpected”.

He made the remarks on Thursday during a joint commanders’ conference in India’s Lucknow, according to the Indian newspaper The Telegraph, reports bdnews24.com.

Singh underscored the need for a thorough analysis in light of the recent circumstances in the India-China border and neighbouring countries “which are posing a challenge to peace and stability in the region”.

He also emphasised on a coordinated and proportionate response to provocation for any challenges India may face during future wars.

“Despite global volatility, India is enjoying a rare peace dividend and it is developing peacefully. However, due to the increasing number of challenges, we need to remain alert,” he was quoted as telling the commanders.

“We need to focus on our present, keep an eye on the activities happening around us at present, and focus on being future-oriented.

“For this, we should have a strong and robust national security component. We should have a fail-proof deterrence,” Singh was quoted saying.

He also highlighted the significance of using artificial intelligence to develop electronic and space warfare.

“These components do not participate in any conflict or war directly. Their indirect participation is deciding the course of warfare to a great extent,” he added.

While referring to India as a ‘peace-loving’ nation, he stressed that the Indian armed forces need to be ready for war to “preserve peace”.

His comments have stirred curious reactions in Bangladesh as they come in the context of the collapse of the government of Sheikh Hasina who has fled to India.

Former prime minister Hasina has long been regarded as one of India’s closest allies.

There has been a growing surge of anti-India sentiments and rhetoric in Bangladesh, especially since the massive July-August protests that overthrew the Hasina government.​

 

[Vsdoc]

You asked for it. He may also be a member here I believe.

No no. I asked if YOU had tried getting him here.

I'm able to reach and engage with him at my convenience regardless of these platforms.

 

[Bilal9]

No no. I asked if YOU had tried getting him here.

I'm able to reach and engage with him at my convenience regardless of these platforms.

I have no way of getting in touch with him. I don't visit the other forum - no interest.

 

[Sharma Ji]

@Bilal9 .. why ?

Whatever went down at the old place ?

He trigger finger on the ban button if he no like something. Bad cop type.

Pleb status me le aao laana hai toh.

 

[Saif]

Bangladesh deploys Turkish drones near border, India on high alert: Sources

India has increased surveillance along the India-Bangladesh border after reports of Bangladesh deploying Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2 drones. The move follows growing intelligence about terrorist activity and political instability in Bangladesh.

www.indiatoday.in

Bangladesh deploys Turkish drones near border, India on high alert: Sources

Sources said the Army was verifying reports on the deployment of Bayraktar TB2 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) close to the border with India. These drones were recently acquired by Bangladesh.

India has intensified surveillance along the Bangladesh border amid reports that the neighbouring country has deployed Turkey-made drones near West Bengal, sources told India Today. The development comes against the backdrop of intelligence inputs indicating an increase in terrorist activity along the border areas after the fall of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League government.

Sources said the Army was verifying reports on the deployment of Bayraktar TB2 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) close to the border with India. These drones are operated by Bangladesh's 67th Army for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. While Bangladesh claimed the deployment is for defence purposes, the strategic significance of positioning such advanced drones in a sensitive region has not been overlooked by India.

Intel inputs have suggested that extremist elements, suppressed during Hasina's tenure, were regaining a foothold in regions close to the Indian border. The inputs mentioned that terror groups and smuggling networks were exploiting the political instability in Bangladesh to infiltrate into India.

"After Hasina's ouster, the border areas have seen a surge in anti-India elements. The combination of political instability and advanced UAV deployments near Indian borders requires heightened vigilance," a senior intelligence officer told India Today.

BAYRAKTAR DRONES AND STRATEGIC IMPLICATIONS

The Bayraktar TB2 drones, acquired by Bangladesh earlier this year, have enhanced its ability to conduct surveillance and light strike operations. According to Defence Technology of Bangladesh (DTB), 6 of the 12 drones ordered have been operationalised.

INDIA'S RESPONSE

The armed forces are already on high alert amid the unrest in Bangladesh and are closely assessing the fresh drone deployments. The Armed Forces have the option to deploy drones like the Heron TP, and intensify counter-drone operations in sensitive regions.

"We are monitoring the situation closely and will take countermeasures as necessary to ensure the safety and security of our borders," a senior defence official said. India is also leveraging intelligence-sharing mechanisms and cooperation with international partners to track the situation in Bangladesh.​

 

[Saif]

The drones were deployed round the clock in the Western border around Rajshahi, and they are also patrolling from our Northern airbases all the way up and around Hashimara Air base in Assam.

I also heard that Bangladesh is using Chinese Baidu Satellite navigation for this.

As far as I know the attack drones have been deployed near West Bengal. Chinese Baidu Satellite navigation will rescue us. China is a life-saver.