Geopolitical issues in news
Strategic Importance of Siliguri Corridor:
Trishakti Corps (Indian Army) is headquartered near Siliguri.
Hasimara air base houses Rafale squadrons, enhancing India’s air capabilities in the region.
Lalmonihat Air Base Concern:
Located in Bangladesh, within range of Indian artillery.
Potential for intelligence gathering and monitoring Indian military movements during conflict.
Uncertainty around Bangladesh’s plans for this base.
India-China Context:
Standoff at Doklam increases India’s security concerns in the region.
Enhanced vigilance due to proximity to sensitive border zones.
Bangladesh-China Defence Cooperation:
Deepening military ties under new Bangladeshi regime.
China supplies weapons and aids in building military infrastructure in Bangladesh.
Raises regional strategic and security concerns for India.
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