The Meghalaya government has directed all deputy commissioners to maintain strict vigilance along the 884.9 km border shared with Assam to prevent suspected illegal immigrants—particularly those being pushed back by Assam—from entering the state. This follows Assam’s intensified eviction drive against alleged Bangladeshi nationals in districts such as Barpeta, Lakhimpur, Hojai, and Nagaon. Meghalaya’s authorities are coordinating with police and the Border Security Force (BSF), which has increased surveillance and apprehended undocumented entrants. The directive emphasizes maintaining law and order, preventing unauthorized entry, and managing potential administrative strain. Civil society groups have raised concerns about displaced persons and called for stronger enforcement of local security laws.