BGB deploys 36 platoons in three districts to ensure industrial zone security

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has deployed 36 platoons in key areas of Dhaka, Gazipur and Narayanganj to strengthen security in industrial zones and maintain law and order.

BGB personnel remain on alert to deal with any untoward incidents, including labour unrest.

The information was disclosed in a statement issued by the BGB on Tuesday.

According to the statement, deployed personnel are working in coordination with the local administration and police.

Of the total deployment, 14 platoons have been stationed in Savar and Ashulia of Dhaka district, three in Mirpur of the capital, nine in Narayanganj and 10 in different industrial areas of Gazipur.

Besides, two special patrol operations are being conducted in Narayanganj and adjoining areas.

The BGB has also introduced a special surveillance system to closely monitor the overall situation in industrial zones and coordinate field operations.

Under the initiative, the monitoring cell at BGB headquarters is continuously monitoring live video footage collected through drones, body-worn cameras and improvised devices.

The BGB said patrol and surveillance operations would continue to maintain peace and order in industrial areas, ensure the security of workers and industrial establishments, and keep public movement uninterrupted.