Border Security Force calls for protection of Indian citizens and minorities in Bangladesh

The border guards of India and Bangladesh will conduct joint patrolling. - Photo: AFP file

NEW DELHI: India's Border Security Force (BSF) authorities have called for the protection of Indian citizens and people belonging to minority communities in Bangladesh.

Lauding the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB)’s role in preventing Bangladeshi nationals from crossing the border, the BSF said the force has not only been cooperating with the BSF on International border operations but also taking all steps for the safety of Indian citizens and people belonging to minority communities in the neighbouring state in collaboration with their civil authorities, the border guarding force said.