Amit Shah Orders Border Security Measures Along Indo-Pakistan Frontier in Rajasthan

A major outcome of the meeting was the decision to create a “360-degree security framework” for every border district in Rajasthan adjoining Pakistan.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed authorities to strengthen security and administrative coordination across Rajasthan's border districts adjoining Pakistan, with a renewed focus on infiltration prevention, illegal construction, narcotics smuggling, cybercrime, and terror financing.

Chairing a high-level security review meeting in Bikaner, Rajasthan, the Home Minister reviewed the security situation along the Indo-Pakistan Border (IPB) and discussed measures aimed at improving integrated border management and last-mile governance in vulnerable border regions.

The meeting was attended by Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, senior state officials, district magistrates, and police superintendents from five key border districts:

• Bikaner

• Jaisalmer

• Barmer

• Sri Ganganagar

• Phalodi

The discussions centred on strengthening coordination between central security agencies and the state administration to address evolving security threats along India's western border.

Government Plans 360-Degree Security Framework for Border Districts

A major outcome of the meeting was the decision to create a "360-degree security framework" for every border district in Rajasthan adjoining Pakistan.

According to officials, the proposed framework will involve:

• Local communities

• State government departments

• Security agencies

• Administrative authorities

in a coordinated approach to border management and security monitoring.

The strategy is intended to improve intelligence gathering, rapid response capabilities, and community participation in maintaining border security.

The Home Minister stressed that protecting border regions requires not only security deployments but also strong coordination between civilian administration and law enforcement agencies.

Zero Tolerance Against Illegal Construction Near Border

Amit Shah issued strict instructions for the removal of unauthorized constructions located within 0 to 15 kilometres of the international border.

He directed authorities to implement a zero-tolerance policy against illegal structures in sensitive border zones, citing security concerns and the need to prevent misuse of such areas for infiltration, smuggling, or illegal activities.

Officials were instructed to identify and demolish all unlawful constructions within the designated security zone.

The move forms part of broader efforts to tighten physical and administrative control in border areas considered vulnerable to cross-border criminal networks and infiltration attempts.

Multi-Agency Coordination to Combat Cross-Border Crime

The Home Minister emphasised the need for a coordinated border management system involving multiple central and state agencies.

He called for close operational cooperation between:

• Border Security Force (BSF)

• Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)

• Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)

• Rajasthan state administration

• Local police authorities

The integrated approach is intended to address:

• Illegal infiltration

• Narcotics trafficking

• Encroachment

• Terror financing

• Smuggling networks

• Other trans-border criminal activities

Officials discussed the growing complexity of border-related crimes, including the use of financial channels, shell companies, and fake identities to facilitate illegal operations.

District Magistrates Assigned Expanded Responsibilities

Amit Shah directed district magistrates in border areas to take a more proactive role in financial scrutiny and law enforcement coordination.

Among the responsibilities highlighted were:

• Monitoring legal and financial compliance of banks

• Verification of major commercial establishments

• Scrutiny of funding sources

• Identification of mule accounts

• Detection of shell companies

• Identification of fake Aadhaar cards

• Prevention of smuggling activities

The Home Minister stressed the importance of financial intelligence and administrative vigilance in tackling organised crime and cross-border networks.

Focus on Cybercrime and Criminal Law Reforms

The meeting also addressed the growing threat of cybercrime in border regions.

Shri Amit Shah instructed authorities to maximise the use of the national cybercrime helpline '1930' for faster reporting and resolution of cyber fraud and online financial crimes.

He additionally directed officials to ensure full implementation of India's three new criminal laws in the border districts to strengthen:

• Investigation procedures

• Prosecution systems

• Law enforcement coordination

• Judicial efficiency

The Government has been working to modernise India's criminal justice framework through the rollout of the new legal codes replacing colonial-era criminal laws.

Vibrant Village Programme-II to Strengthen Border Communities

The review meeting also focused heavily on the implementation of the Vibrant Village Programme-II (VVP-II), aimed at strengthening governance and infrastructure in border villages.

The programme seeks to:

• Improve infrastructure in remote border areas

• Strengthen last-mile governance

• Reduce economic vulnerabilities

• Support border populations

• Prevent migration from frontier villages

Officials reiterated the goal of achieving 100% saturation of all government welfare schemes in border villages to improve living standards and strengthen community resilience.

The Government views economically stable and well-connected border communities as an important component of national security.

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Border Security

The meeting concluded with an emphasis on the Government's broader strategy of combining strong border security with regional development and administrative coordination.

Officials stated that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, the Government remains committed to maintaining the highest levels of border security while promoting holistic development in frontier regions.

The review reflects growing national focus on integrated border management amid evolving regional security challenges and increasing concerns over smuggling, narcotics trafficking, cybercrime, and infiltration activities along India's western border.