India Plans Crocodiles and Snakes to Guard Bangladesh Border

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•India announced the plan to use crocodiles and snakes as a deterrent along the Bangladesh border on April 8, 2026.
•The border area between India and Bangladesh experiences frequent unauthorized crossings, prompting new security measures.
•Local communities near the border have expressed concerns about safety risks from the presence of dangerous animals.
•Environmental experts have raised questions about the impact of releasing crocodiles and snakes into the border ecosystem.
•The plan is part of India's broader efforts to enhance border control and reduce illegal crossings.

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▸If India successfully deploys crocodiles and snakes along the border unauthorized crossings may decrease, improving border security but increasing risks for local residents and wildlife.

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RUKommersant (RU)Индия будет использовать крокодилов и змей для охраны границы с Бангладеш CNChannel News AsiaIndia mulls releasing snakes, crocodiles along Bangladesh border to deter unauthorised crossings MEDaily SabahIndia considers snakes, crocs for border duty along Bangladesh

India is moving forward with plans to release crocodiles and snakes along its border with Bangladesh to deter unauthorized crossings. This approach aims to strengthen border security in a region with frequent illegal movements, potentially impacting local communities and wildlife. Questions remain about the safety measures for residents and the environmental consequences of introducing these animals.

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