The officer voiced concern over rising vulnerabilities along the Bangladesh border following the political change in Dhaka.

Relations between India and Pakistan are cratering following a deadly militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir that has sparked tit-for-tat reprisals and raised fears of another military escalation between the nuclear-armed rivals.

The attack triggered outrage and grief in India, along with calls for action against Pakistan, which New Delhi accuses of funding and encouraging terrorism in Kashmir.