The Meghalaya government has intensified efforts to complete the remaining stretches of fencing along the international border with Bangladesh, with the Centre closely monitoring the progress. Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Friday said the state was moving “very aggressively” to finish the pending work and expressed hope that the remaining portions would be completed soon.
The India–Bangladesh border in Meghalaya stretches for nearly 440 km, of which around 40 km remains unfenced. According to the Chief Minister, the largest unfenced stretch lies in the West Jaintia Hills sector. He said the delay in completing the project was due to multiple challenges, including population-related concerns, land acquisition issues and ongoing court cases.
Sangma acknowledged that legal disputes in certain areas have slowed down the work but assured that the state government is taking necessary steps to resolve these issues. “We are working closely with all stakeholders to ensure that the remaining fencing work is completed at the earliest,” he said.
Border security key priority
Emphasising that border security remains a top priority, the Chief Minister said the Meghalaya government is maintaining heightened vigilance along the international boundary in coordination with the Border Security Force (BSF) and other central agencies. He added that regular monitoring and coordination mechanisms are in place to prevent illegal activities and ensure overall security.
Sangma also referred to a high-level review meeting held on December 24, 2025, which was attended by officials from various agencies, including the BSF and the Intelligence Bureau. The meeting reviewed the overall border situation and focused on strengthening coordination among agencies to address security concerns more effectively.
Officials said the Centre is closely tracking the progress of the fencing work and providing necessary support to ensure timely completion, given the strategic importance of the Meghalaya–Bangladesh border.