Assam CM flags alarming rise in infiltration from Bangladesh, cites economic collapse
The Statesman Bhubaneswar|January 02, 2025
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma Wednesday expressed grave concern over a sharp rise in infiltration from Bangladesh, linking it to economic collapse and widespread unemployment in the neighboring country's textile industry.
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"Every day, Assam Police detect 20-30 infiltrators, with a similar trend observed in Tripura," Sarma said, emphasising the severity of the issue.

Assam shares a 263-kilometre border with Bangladesh, of which a significant portion is porous, making it vulnerable to illegal crossings. The ongoing unrest in Bangladesh, coupled with the collapse of its vital textile industry, has rendered many workers jobless, prompting them to seek better opportunities across the border.

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