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Probably the most mature response from India. Not any crazy-dumb media talk.
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi says all branches of the country’s armed forces have communication channels open with Bangladesh in order to “avoid misunderstandings”.
He made the remarks on Wednesday during an annual press conference of the Indian Armed Forces in New Delhi.
“As of today, all three services have kept their communication channels fully open,” Dwivedi said. “The Indian Army has multiple channels of communication open, and I remain in regular touch with their chief there.”
“In the same way, we are also in contact through our other channels as well. We had sent a delegation there, which met everyone on the ground. Similarly, the chief of the naval staff and the chief of the air staff have also spoken. The intention is to ensure that there is no miscommunication or misunderstanding.”
He gave assurances that whatever actions are being taken by the three services are “not directed against India in any way”.
Dwivedi added that India is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh amid recent developments and tensions.
"First of all, it is important for us to understand what kind of government is in place in Bangladesh. If it is an interim government, we need to see whether the actions it is taking are meant for the next four to five years, or only for the next four or five months. We have to judge whether there is any need for us to react immediately or not.”
He said, “As far as capability development is concerned, it is something that is an ongoing process. India is also doing it, and other countries are also doing it.”
bdnews24.com
Jalpaiguri: Centre aims to revive several abandoned airstrips, some dating back to the World War-II era, in Bengal, Assam and Tripura. Sources said the govt wanted to increase regional connectivity in the states bordering Bangladesh at a time when India's relationship with the neighbouring nation had hit an all-time low.
Recently, Bangladesh also moved to redevelop the Lalmonirhat airbase in Rangpur, close to the Siliguri corridor. The corridor is also known as the "Chicken's Neck" and connects Northeast to the mainland.
Over the past year, extremist elements in Bangladesh have repeatedly threatened to ‘cut off' India's Northeast from the mainland. Although Bangladesh has officially stated that the Rangpur base's primary role was for its national needs and not for the use of any other nation's military, sources said India was not willing to take chances. India has already bolstered its military presence in the region by establishing three new Army bases: Chopra in Bengal, Kishanganj in Bihar, and Lachit Borphukan in Dhubri, Assam.
The airstrips that will be renovated are Ambari and Panga in Jalpaiguri, Balurghat in South Dinajpur, Jhaljhalia in Malda, and Dhubri in Assam. Cooch Behar and Rupsi in Assam's Kokrajhar district are already operational. Airports Authority of India (AAI) has handed over the airfields in Bengal to state govt. "India wants to keep the runways operation-ready," said an official.
Defence sources noted that while there are operational challenges, efforts are underway to make the strips usable. "Several airfields are covered with vegetation, broken, damaged, and in the midst of settlements, which makes them unfit for any major operation. However, minor repair work may be underway so that helicopters and small aircraft can land there in case of an emergency," a source said.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has remained firm on its decision not to travel to India for the T20 World Cup despite a request from the International Cricket Council (ICC).
The board has once again informed the ICC that it will not play in India due to security concerns and has reiterated its request for Bangladesh’s matches to be hosted in another country outside India.
The BCB issued a press release over the matter following a video conference between the BCB and the ICC on Tuesday afternoon.
It says BCB president Aminul Islam, vice-presidents Md Sakhawat Hossain and Faruque Ahmed, cricket operations committee chairman Nazmul Abedin and chief executive officer Nizamuddin Chowdhury took part in the meeting on behalf of the board.
The BCB said it remains firm on its earlier decision not to send the team to India after assessing the security situation there.
During the meeting, however, the ICC asked the BCB to reconsider the decision, noting that the World Cup schedule has already been announced. The BCB said it has not changed its position.
The BCB has again proposed that Bangladesh’s matches be moved to a neutral venue outside India. The board said ensuring the safety and security of players, coaching staff and officials remains its top priority.
The ICC and the BCB have agreed to continue discussions to find a way out of the impasse. Both sides also decided to keep the dialogue going in the coming days.
en.prothomalo.com
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi says all branches of the country’s armed forces have communication channels open with Bangladesh in order to “avoid misunderstandings”.
He made the remarks on Wednesday during an annual press conference of the Indian Armed Forces in New Delhi.
“As of today, all three services have kept their communication channels fully open,” Dwivedi said. “The Indian Army has multiple channels of communication open, and I remain in regular touch with their chief there.”
“In the same way, we are also in contact through our other channels as well. We had sent a delegation there, which met everyone on the ground. Similarly, the chief of the naval staff and the chief of the air staff have also spoken. The intention is to ensure that there is no miscommunication or misunderstanding.”
He gave assurances that whatever actions are being taken by the three services are “not directed against India in any way”.
Dwivedi added that India is closely monitoring the situation in Bangladesh amid recent developments and tensions.
"First of all, it is important for us to understand what kind of government is in place in Bangladesh. If it is an interim government, we need to see whether the actions it is taking are meant for the next four to five years, or only for the next four or five months. We have to judge whether there is any need for us to react immediately or not.”
He said, “As far as capability development is concerned, it is something that is an ongoing process. India is also doing it, and other countries are also doing it.”
All communication channels with Bangladesh open: Indian army chief
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi says he is in regular touch with his Bangladeshi counterpart
bdnews24.com
Jalpaiguri: Centre aims to revive several abandoned airstrips, some dating back to the World War-II era, in Bengal, Assam and Tripura. Sources said the govt wanted to increase regional connectivity in the states bordering Bangladesh at a time when India's relationship with the neighbouring nation had hit an all-time low.
Recently, Bangladesh also moved to redevelop the Lalmonirhat airbase in Rangpur, close to the Siliguri corridor. The corridor is also known as the "Chicken's Neck" and connects Northeast to the mainland.
Over the past year, extremist elements in Bangladesh have repeatedly threatened to ‘cut off' India's Northeast from the mainland. Although Bangladesh has officially stated that the Rangpur base's primary role was for its national needs and not for the use of any other nation's military, sources said India was not willing to take chances. India has already bolstered its military presence in the region by establishing three new Army bases: Chopra in Bengal, Kishanganj in Bihar, and Lachit Borphukan in Dhubri, Assam.
The airstrips that will be renovated are Ambari and Panga in Jalpaiguri, Balurghat in South Dinajpur, Jhaljhalia in Malda, and Dhubri in Assam. Cooch Behar and Rupsi in Assam's Kokrajhar district are already operational. Airports Authority of India (AAI) has handed over the airfields in Bengal to state govt. "India wants to keep the runways operation-ready," said an official.
Defence sources noted that while there are operational challenges, efforts are underway to make the strips usable. "Several airfields are covered with vegetation, broken, damaged, and in the midst of settlements, which makes them unfit for any major operation. However, minor repair work may be underway so that helicopters and small aircraft can land there in case of an emergency," a source said.
To bolster ‘Chicken’s Neck’ security, abandoned WWII-era airstrips will be revived | Kolkata News - The Times of India
Jalpaiguri: Centre aims to revive several abandoned airstrips, some dating back to the World War-II era, in Bengal, Assam and Tripura. Sources said th.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has remained firm on its decision not to travel to India for the T20 World Cup despite a request from the International Cricket Council (ICC).
The board has once again informed the ICC that it will not play in India due to security concerns and has reiterated its request for Bangladesh’s matches to be hosted in another country outside India.
The BCB issued a press release over the matter following a video conference between the BCB and the ICC on Tuesday afternoon.
It says BCB president Aminul Islam, vice-presidents Md Sakhawat Hossain and Faruque Ahmed, cricket operations committee chairman Nazmul Abedin and chief executive officer Nizamuddin Chowdhury took part in the meeting on behalf of the board.
The BCB said it remains firm on its earlier decision not to send the team to India after assessing the security situation there.
During the meeting, however, the ICC asked the BCB to reconsider the decision, noting that the World Cup schedule has already been announced. The BCB said it has not changed its position.
The BCB has again proposed that Bangladesh’s matches be moved to a neutral venue outside India. The board said ensuring the safety and security of players, coaching staff and officials remains its top priority.
The ICC and the BCB have agreed to continue discussions to find a way out of the impasse. Both sides also decided to keep the dialogue going in the coming days.
Bangladesh refuses to play in India as BCB stands firm despite ICC request
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has remained firm on its decision not to travel to India for the T20 World Cup despite a request from the International Cricket Council (ICC). The board has once again informed the ICC that it will not play in India due to security concerns and has reiterated...
en.prothomalo.com
