Odisha Tightens Coastal Vigil Amid Bangladesh Turmoil

The Odisha government has increased security measures along its coast due to ongoing unrest in Bangladesh, leading to fears of an influx of illegal immigrants. Security, particularly in Kendrapara and Jagatsinghpur, has been boosted with marine police units and the Coast Guard placed on high alert.

The Odisha government has increased surveillance along its coast amid ongoing political unrest in Bangladesh, officials confirmed on Tuesday.

Concerns have risen due to the use of sea routes by illegal immigrants from Bangladesh trying to reach Odisha's extensive coastline, they noted.

Security measures have been ramped up specifically in coastal districts like Kendrapara and Jagatsinghpur, with marine police units on high alert, a senior police officer stated.

It is feared that political instability in Bangladesh may lead many to seek refuge in India, he added.

The marine police are coordinating with the Coast Guard to secure the region effectively.