The Armed Police Force (APF) of Nepal has intensified its presence along the southern border in the wake of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan.

In the last 48 hours, the APF has carried out 312 patrols and set up 1,844 checkpoints across various border areas.

Deputy Superintendent of Police Shailendra Thapa, joint spokesperson of the Force, noted that the increased vigilance follows escalating regional security concerns after recent military actions by India targeting nine alleged terrorist sites in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.

From Tuesday morning to Thursday morning, APF personnel—working both independently and in coordination with India’s Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)—conducted 84 joint patrols and 228 solo patrols in the sensitive areas.

The joint patrol operations included 20 on May 6, 16 on May 7, and 48 on May 8.

Solo patrols were recorded at 89, 64, and 75 respectively on those same days.

The intensified border monitoring has been carried out under the directives of APF regional headquarters, including No. 1 Baraha Brigade in Sunsari, No. 2 Chhinnamasta Brigade in Mahottari, No. 3 Gadhimai Brigade in Makawanpur, No. 4 Muktinath Brigade in Kaski, No. 5 Bindhyabasini Brigade in Rupandehi, and No. 7 Baidyanath Brigade in Kailali. Over 10,000 APF personnel have been mobilised as part of the operation.

The APF has stated that regular patrolling and checkpoint inspections will continue to ensure border stability and to deter any potential cross-border threats.

Photos: Courtesy of Armed Police Force, Nepal.