Why Pinaki Bhattacharjee’s Proposal for the CHT Is a National Security Risk
Reading Time: 3 minutesVlogger and commentator Pinaki Bhattacharjee’s latest proposal to grant a form of autonomy to the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) is not just misguided — it is dangerously naïve. His reasoning rests on shallow historical references and flawed analogies that, if taken seriously, would imperil Bangladesh’s sovereignty and national cohesion. The Continue Reading
Strategic Rationale for Raising a New Infantry Division in the Chittagong Hill Tracts
Reading Time: 7 minutesThe Bangladesh Army’s recent proposal to establish over 250 new camps across the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) marks a significant evolution in Dhaka’s approach to securing one of the country’s most sensitive and strategically vital regions. With each camp requiring approximately 32 personnel, this expansion translates to around 8,000 additional Continue Reading
Army Calls for 250 New Camps in Chittagong Hill Tracts Amid UPDF Resurgence
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Bangladesh Army has urged the establishment of at least 250 new forward camps in the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT), amid a sharp resurgence of insurgent activity by the United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF) and allied tribal armed groups. Senior commanders warn that the deteriorating security environment has turned the Continue Reading