Daijiworld Media Network - Imphal

Imphal, Dec 22: Rajendra Kumar, Secretary (Border Management) in the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), on Sunday visited Moreh in Manipur’s Tengnoupal district to review security arrangements along the India–Myanmar border.

Officials said Kumar directed personnel on the ground to strengthen coordination among various agencies and take steps to enhance the effectiveness of border surveillance.

According to a senior MHA official, during his visit on December 20 and 21, Kumar inspected border outposts located close to the international boundary and reviewed the surveillance systems in place. He also interacted with security personnel deployed in the area and took stock of the operational challenges faced by them.

In a post on X, the Assam Rifles said, “Dr Rajendra Kumar, IAS, Secretary (Border Management), MHA, visited Moreh, Tengnoupal District, Manipur to review security architecture and infrastructure along the India–Myanmar border. He inspected frontline border posts and surveillance systems, interacted with troops and assessed operational challenges to enhance field effectiveness.”

A joint review meeting was later held with Assam Rifles and civil authorities, during which issues related to border patrolling and intelligence sharing were discussed. Officials said the secretary stressed the importance of regular patrolling and timely exchange of information among agencies.

Kumar also highlighted the increasing role of technology in border management and suggested the use of drones and advanced sensors for smarter monitoring of movements along the border.

The visit was part of the Centre’s ongoing efforts to strengthen border management and security infrastructure in sensitive border areas, Assam Rifles said.