Fencing on India, Myanmar border mooted

New Delhi, Mar 20: There is a proposal to start fencing on Indo -Myanmar border in Moreh area of Manipur State in an area of approximately 10 kms, the Lok Sabha was informed today.

However, the work of fencing on Indo-Myanmar border could not be started as the border with Myanmar is yet to be completely demarcated in the area proposed to be fenced, Minister of State for Home S Regupathy said in a written answer.

He said some instances of attempt of infiltration from across international border have been reported. However, since the activities took place clandestinely, the realistic figure of illegal immigration could not be determined.

The Minister said the Indian border with neighbouring countries was effectively manned by the Border Guarding Forces, which kept continuous vigil on the borders through observation posts, regular patrols and joint patrols with Army.

Other measures adopted to check illegal immigration inter alia include construction of fencing, flood lighting and protective bunds, conduct of special operations, upgradation of intelligence set up of the respective Border Guarding Force, use of night vision devices and augmentation of strength for patrolling duties.

UNI