Synopsis: Flaws in the security architecture and measures needed to fill the void. Introduction Union home ministry extended the jurisdiction of the Border Security Forces (BSF) from 15 to 50 kms, citing uniformity as the reason. The decision appears to have been taken without consulting the states whose police forces are directly affected by it,… Continue reading Extending BSF’s powers won’t resolve policing problems, security threats
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Centre enhances powers of BSF; Punjab slams move
What is the News? The Centre has issued a notification declaring the expansion of the jurisdiction of the Border Security Force(BSF). What does the notification say? The Union Home Ministry has increased the powers of the Border Security Force (BSF) to arrest, search and seize within 50 km from the international boundary in Assam, West… Continue reading Centre enhances powers of BSF; Punjab slams move
