Lalmonirhat, March 30 -- Teesta Battalion (61 BGB) of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has intensified operations at the Hatibandha and Patgram borders in Lalmonirhat to prevent fuel oil hoarding and smuggling, officials said on Monday.

In a press release, 61 BGB said temporary check posts have been set up at key locations along the border, and activities of nearby filling stations and dealers involved in fuel extraction and sale are being closely monitored.

Surprise inspections of suspicious vehicles, strengthened mobile patrols, and increased surveillance of important transport routes are also underway.

Intelligence operations have been intensified to identify possible syndicates engaged in fuel smuggling.

Awareness meetings with local...