New Delhi, MINA – The Indian government is considering an unconventional approach to border security: using crocodiles and venomous snakes as a “natural barrier” in difficult-to-reach border areas.
The proposal is being studied by India’s Border Security Force (BSF) for implementation at several border points with Bangladesh, particularly in riverine and swampy areas that preclude the construction of conventional fences. India Today reported on Sunday.
According to reports, approximately 20 percent of the India-Bangladesh border remains unfenced due to difficult geographic conditions, including changing rivers, seasonal flooding, and vast swampy areas that are unstable for construction.
BSF officials stated that the idea is still in its initial stages of study and is part of an effort to find alternative solutions to tighten surveillance at routes prone to smuggling and the entry of illegal immigrants.
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The plan also incorporates the concept of a “biological barrier,” which is considered a potential complement to other security systems such as armed patrols, drones, and surveillance cameras in border areas.
However, this proposal has drawn attention and criticism from various parties, including environmentalists, who believe that the use of predatory animals has the potential to disrupt the ecosystem and endanger communities living near the border.
To date, the Indian government has emphasized that the proposal is not yet official policy, and is considering safety, ethics, and ecological impacts before making any further decisions. []
Mi’raj News Agency (MINA)
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