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actively countered Pakistani drones used for surveillance and potential attacks, deploying anti-drone systems to detect, jam, and neutralize intruding platforms. The bravery and effectiveness of BSF personnel were widely praised by the Hon’ble Prime Minister and Home Minister. In recognition, brave BSF personnel have been conferred with 2 – Vir Chakras &16 – Gallantry Medals.
Rescue Operation during Flood in Jammu & Punjab :BSF conducted extensive rescue and relief operation during the recent floods in Jammu and Punjab, while simultaneously maintaining strict vigil along the Indo-Pak Border. BSF in coordination with the Indian Army, Air Force and NDRF evacuated thousands of marooned villagers from flood-effected border areas in Gurdaspur, Ferozpur, Fazilka, Amritsar and Jammu using helicopters and boats.
BSF Anti Drone System: BSF utilizes a multi layered approach involving a mix of indigenous technologies to counter cross-border drone threats along Indo-Pak border. The systems integrate multiple sensors including radar, electro-optical/infrared cameras and radio frequency analyzers to detect, track and neutralize the Pak drones. During the year 2025, BSF has recovered 278 Rogue Drones.
Seizure & Apprehension-: BSF has also carried out significant seizure and apprehensions along India’s Western Border with Pakistan to counter smuggling and illegal infiltration. Operations on the Western Border primarily focus on stopping drone-based smuggling of narcotics and weapons.
BSF has seized more than 380 Kg Heroine and more than 200 numbers of weapons. Apart from this 53 Pak intruders/smugglers have been apprehended this year.
- Long stagnation in promotion especially in Group ‘B’ & ‘C’ has been resolved after approval of Cadre review and promotions to more than 23,000 personnel.. Next senior honorary rank to the eligible officials of Group ‘B’ & ‘C’ has been implemented on the day of their superannuation retirement.
Recently, Cadre Review of Ministerial & Stenographer stream has also been completed. Cadre Review of Engineering and Group – ‘A’ officers is under pipeline.