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21 July 2026

BSF Sundarbans fencing feasibility study

The topic involves a specific government-initiated feasibility study for border infrastructure that directly intersects with critical UPSC themes of border security management and environmental conservation in sensitive ecological zones.

1 min read Day 12 of 19 2 questions 1 prelims

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  • BSF has initiated a feasibility study for installing physical fences along a 90-km stretch of the Sundarbans mangrove region.
  • The project aims to enhance border security along the Indo-Bangladesh border, specifically near the Ichamati river in the northern reaches.
  • Government has sanctioned the use of flood-light illuminated fences as a non-physical barrier component.
  • BSF officials state the project will not impact the Sundarbans Wildlife Sanctuary and that land acquisition will involve financial compensation.
  • Ecological concerns include the potential disruption of wildlife corridors for species like tigers, deer, wild boar, and crocodiles.
  • Proponents argue that fencing in non-protected areas could help regulate illegal activities, such as unauthorized fisheries and construction, which currently threaten the mangrove ecosystem.
  • Critics argue the project is a misuse of resources, citing the fluid nature of the ecology, the lack of evidence regarding the area's use for infiltration, and the risk of displacing vulnerable populations.

Part of a longer story

This is day 12 of 19 in Assam Foreigners' Tribunal and Deportation Processes, which has been running since 3 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the challenges of balancing border security infrastructure with the conservation of fragile ecosystems like the Sundarbans. How can the government ensure that developmental projects in border regions adhere to environmental sustainability norms? 150 words
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  2. The management of porous borders requires a multi-dimensional approach that integrates technological surveillance with ecological sensitivity. Critically analyze the implications of physical fencing in ecologically sensitive zones, considering both national security imperatives and the rights of local communities. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following rivers is mentioned in the context of the proposed BSF fencing project in the Sundarbans?

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