India considers using crocodiles and venomous snakes to secure Bangladesh border
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- Category: Politics
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-30 01:58 UTC
- Sources: Al Jazeera
Facing persistent cross‑border infiltration, Indian officials have floated the controversial idea of deploying crocodiles and poisonous snakes as a natural deterrent along parts of the 4,000‑km frontier with Bangladesh. The proposal, reported by Al Jazeera, reflects broader frustrations over illegal migration and smuggling, but has raised animal‑rights and safety concerns. (Source: Al Jazeera)