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Defence
Adhikari Says India Will Repel Border Infiltrators the Same Way They Enter
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 05:31 AM
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Adhikari warned that infiltrators crossing India's border will be turned back using the same routes they used to enter, reaffirming a tough stance on border security.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Adhikari told reporters that any individual or group attempting to cross India's borders illegally will be intercepted and sent back via the very paths they used to infiltrate. He emphasized that the security forces are fully equipped to monitor and respond to such attempts, ensuring that the country's territorial integrity remains uncompromised.
The statement was made during a press briefing in New Delhi, where Adhikari highlighted recent intelligence inputs indicating heightened activity along certain border sectors. He assured that the army and paramilitary units have intensified patrols and deployed additional surveillance assets to deter any further incursions.
Adhikari also reiterated the government's commitment to a zero‑tolerance policy on illegal entry, noting that swift action will be taken against those caught, including immediate repatriation. The minister's remarks come amid ongoing regional tensions, underscoring the importance of a robust defensive posture.
Officials confirmed that the response mechanisms involve coordinated efforts between the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and border security forces, aiming for a seamless and rapid turnaround for any detected infiltrators.
The defence ministry has not disclosed specific numbers of incidents, but the firm stance signals a continued focus on safeguarding India's frontiers against unauthorized crossings.
The statement was made during a press briefing in New Delhi, where Adhikari highlighted recent intelligence inputs indicating heightened activity along certain border sectors. He assured that the army and paramilitary units have intensified patrols and deployed additional surveillance assets to deter any further incursions.
Adhikari also reiterated the government's commitment to a zero‑tolerance policy on illegal entry, noting that swift action will be taken against those caught, including immediate repatriation. The minister's remarks come amid ongoing regional tensions, underscoring the importance of a robust defensive posture.
Officials confirmed that the response mechanisms involve coordinated efforts between the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and border security forces, aiming for a seamless and rapid turnaround for any detected infiltrators.
The defence ministry has not disclosed specific numbers of incidents, but the firm stance signals a continued focus on safeguarding India's frontiers against unauthorized crossings.