BSF deploys anti-drone systems and ground radar to secure Indo-Pak border

The Border Security Force (BSF) has taken significant steps to counter infiltration attempts and secure the Indo-Pakistan border, according to BSF Director General Daljit Singh Chawdhary. The force is now using advanced ground penetrating radar systems to detect tunnels used by infiltrators along the Jammu and Punjab sectors. This new strategy aims to prevent the smuggling of narcotics and other illegal activities that occur through cross-border tunnels.

Speaking to reporters on Friday, Chawdhary highlighted that the BSF has identified key locations along the border where tunnels may be used for infiltration. "Anti-tunneling exercises are carried out regularly, and two battalions have been deployed in Jammu to enhance security," he stated. The use of ground penetrating radar is part of a larger security strategy that also includes technical surveillance, such as PTZ cameras, sensors, and smart fencing, in addition to regular patrols by trained BSF personnel.

In addition to countering tunneling, the BSF has strengthened its defenses against aerial threats. Anti-drone systems have been installed at sensitive border points in Jammu and Punjab to prevent drones from crossing the border and dropping contraband. Chawdhary confirmed that the BSF has successfully intercepted and shot down several drones this year, a growing concern along the western frontier with Pakistan. The force has also recovered 257 drones in 2024, a significant increase from previous years.

The BSF’s efforts have had notable success in reducing the flow of narcotics across the border, as indicated by the fewer drugs being seized this year compared to previous years. The force has developed strategies to jam or destroy drones, effectively neutralizing their threat.

Chawdhary also addressed the situation along the Indo-Bangladesh border, emphasizing increased security and cooperation with Bangladesh’s Border Guards. In addition, BSF has set up 15 anti-human trafficking units to curb illegal cross-border activities.

In Chhattisgarh, the BSF has moved its camps to Narayanpur in the Abhujmaad area, which remains largely unexplored due to its dense forest. This area, known for Maoist activity, has seen a shift in security operations to counter the threat posed by insurgents in the region.