Bangladesh Is Upgrading Air Defence Near India’s Siliguri Corridor, Raising Indian Security Concerns

Bangladesh’s revival of the Lalmonirhat airbase, less than 20 km from India’s Siliguri Corridor, is raising alarm in New Delhi due to its proximity to one of India’s most sensitive strategic chokepoints. The addition of advanced radar systems, a large hangar, and a 4 km runway under Forces Goal 2030 signals Dhaka’s intent to strengthen northern airfields, with India already reinforcing its
Bangladesh’s revival of the Lalmonirhat airbase, less than 20 km from India’s Siliguri Corridor, is raising alarm in New Delhi due to its proximity to one of India’s most sensitive strategic chokepoints. The addition of advanced radar systems, a large hangar, and a 4 km runway under Forces Goal 2030 signals Dhaka’s intent to strengthen northern airfields, with India already reinforcing its
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