, Oct. 26 -- A total of 21 platoons of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have been deployed in Thakurgaon-1 constituency to ensure a peaceful by-election slated for October 29.

Colonel Md Suruj Mia, BGB sector commander in Thakurgaon, told reporters on Monday that the personnel would work as mobile and striking forces to prevent any untoward incidents during the election.

Drones, body-worn cameras and K-9 units have also been placed to strengthen security, while intelligence surveillance and patrols have been intensified.

Colonel Suruj Mia said BGB personnel have been deployed in the constituency since Sunday across 22 unions and one municipality under three upazilas.

He said the force remained on high alert to prevent unrest and violence...