BSF troops on high alert following violent protests in Bangladesh

The Border Security Force in Tripura is on high alert due to security challenges stemming from anti-reservation protests in Bangladesh. With around 8,000 Indian students at risk, the BSF is prepared to secure the borders and facilitate their safe return. The situation in Bangladesh has escalated into violence following protests for government job reforms. Indian authorities, including External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, are closely monitoring the crisis, with 15,000 Indian nationals, including 8,500 students, residing in Bangladesh.