BSF deploys sand scooters for patrolling in Jaisalmer and Barmer sector along International Border

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Updated: September 8, 2015 16:21 IST
BSF deploys sand scooters for patrolling - The Hindu

The Border Security Force (BSF) has deployed sand scooters that run smoothly on sand dunes, to step up vigil in the Jaisalmer and Barmer sector along the International Border, the border guarding agency said on Tuesday.

Two such scooters have been deployed along the border for vigilance and to contain intrusion, if any, BSF Deputy Inspector-General (DIG), Rajasthan Frontier, Ravi Gandhi said.

These scooters would be very useful during night also for strict vigilance as its long beam of light will enable jawans to keep a keen watch on the borders, Mr. Gandhi said.

BSF has been using camel back for vigilance along the sandy terrain of western Rajasthan, and during the night it was difficult to go out in the darkness on camel back, he said.

The DIG said at least four jawans would be able to sit and ride on one scooter along with their defence gadgets.

 

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Pakistan's plot to poison water bodies in India! Details inside | Zee News
Last Updated: Wednesday, September 9, 2015 - 12:06

Jaisalmer: The border areas of Rajasthan are on alert these days. Not for infiltrators from across the border but for Pakistan's reported plans to poison water bodies there.

There are specific military inputs that elements in Pakistan are planning to poison water bodies in Jaisalmer and Badmer, located near the Indo-Pak border. These water bodies are used to supply water to the Indian Army and local villages.

Following the alert, local authorities have taken steps to thwart any attempt to poison water bodies and have increased vigil near them.

Public has also been asked to remain alert, said an official of the water supply department.

The development comes amidst increasing tensions between India and Pakistan in the wake of growing instances of ceasefire violations and terrorist attacks.

Recently, the scheduled NSA-level talks in New Delhi were cancelled amid disagreement over agenda of the dialogue.