Tightening Ties: Regulated Movement Along Mizoram-Myanmar Border

The Mizoram-Myanmar border has heightened security, requiring residents within 10 km to carry border passes for travel across the countries. Effective from December 31, this initiative follows Ministry of Home Affairs guidelines to regulate cross-border interactions, ensuring safety and verifying residency within designated zones.

Security measures have been significantly increased along the expansive 510-kilometer Mizoram-Myanmar border, requiring regulated movement for residents residing within a 10-kilometer radius on both sides, as directed by the Centre, an official disclosed.

According to the official, both Indian and Myanmarese nationals inhabiting these zones are mandated to acquire a border pass for cross-border visits, valid for up to seven days, contingent upon verification of residency within the prescribed limits.

Initiated by state police, Assam Rifles, and health officials, this regulation took effect on December 31 under the Ministry of Home Affairs' guidance, aiming to fortify border security and manage population flow effectively.

(With inputs from agencies.)