Manipur to Complete Myanmar Border Fence by 2028
Summary
Manipur aims to complete fencing along its border with Myanmar by 2028 as India moves to tighten security in the troubled frontier region. Only about 55 kilometers of the 398-kilometer border has been fenced so far, with work slowed by difficult terrain and technical challenges.
Key Points
- Manipur has set a 2028 target to finish fencing its border with Myanmar.
- Only about 55 kilometers of the 398-kilometer border has been fenced so far.
- The project is part of India's effort to curb cross-border movement, extremism, and smuggling.
- The fence could affect movement and trade patterns around Moreh, a key India-Myanmar trade gateway.
