PolityGS-III· 1 min read
Zero Tolerance on Illegal Border Constructions
Why in news?
Union Home Minister Amit Shah directed authorities to demolish all illegal constructions within 15 km of international borders and implement a 'zero-tolerance' policy.
Key points
- Strict enforcement of 'zero-tolerance' policy against illegal constructions near international borders.
- District Magistrates assigned enhanced responsibility for legal and financial compliance in border areas.
- Focus on curbing smuggling of narcotics and identifying fake Aadhaar cards.
- Need for in-depth study of crime and drug menace sources, patterns, and networks in border districts.
Background & context
Maintaining border security is a crucial aspect of national security, involving managing international borders, preventing illegal crossings, and combating cross-border crimes like smuggling and human trafficking.
★ Prelims fact capsule
The directive applies to constructions within 15 km of India's international borders.
✎ Mains relevance
GS Paper III: Security challenges and their management in border areas; Role of ED and other investigative agencies.