Fencing work has officially begun along the India-Bangladesh border in the Phansidewa area of Siliguri subdivision, West Bengal, after the state government handed over 27 kilometers of land to the Border Security Force (BSF). This initiative is seen as a crucial measure to strengthen border security in the region, which has faced persistent security challenges. Local residents expressed their relief and joy over the development, with many stating that the lack of security in the past had made life difficult. Anil Ghosh, a local resident, noted that the previous environment was so unsafe that even raising livestock felt like surrendering to threats from across the border. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the land transfer, criticizing the former Trinamool Congress (TMC) government for its inaction on border security. He stated that the decision was made during the first Cabinet meeting and that the land would be handed over to the Ministry of Home Affairs within 45 days, facilitating the completion of fencing work. The local community is optimistic that this development will significantly improve their safety and security.