India announces plans to fortify its 1,643-kilometer border with Myanmar, mirroring security measures along the Bangladesh frontier, as revealed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The initiative aims to enhance surveillance and curb unauthorized crossings, with initial fencing efforts underway in Manipur. Additionally, the cessation of the free movement regime with Myanmar signifies a shift in regional dynamics, prompting concerns over potential implications on bilateral relations and local communities amidst escalating conflicts and ethnic tensions.
