Barmer, June 12 -- Infiltrating the India-Pakistan border in western Rajasthan may soon become impossible. Preparations are underway to replace the traditional barbed wire fencing with advanced 'Smart Fencing' equipped with high-tech surveillance and intrusion detection systems. Once completed, the system will trigger an alarm as soon as any movement is detected within its range, enabling rapid response by security forces. Earlier, barbed wire fencing was first installed along this border in 1999. Now, 26 years later, it is being replaced with a cutting-edge smart security system. The smart fencing initiative aims to secure the entire 1,070-kilometer-long stretch of the western border. Instead of being erected on sand, the new fencing is being installed on stone foundations just 150 meters from the zero line, ensuring greater structural stability. The fencing comprises plastic-coated wires integrated with cobra wires, sensors, and CCTV cameras. An electric deterrent system will also be included. Designed to resist rust and water damage, the fencing is expected to remain effective even during seasonal flooding. "The 'Smart Fencing' project is a big step towards protecting our borders," said M.L. Garg, Inspector General, BSF Rajasthan Frontier. According to Garg, "It is not just about watching the border, but actively preventing any intrusions. The new system has sensors, cameras, and real-time monitoring through CIBMS. The fence is designed to be anti-cut, anti-climbing, and can handle tough weather and terrain. Our aim is to cover all gaps, stop infiltrators immediately, and keep our borders secure." On pilot basis, Smart fencing work is already underway in the Sri Ganganagar sector. A 157.2-kilometer stretch is being fenced at an estimated cost of Rs.323 crore. The project began on March 3, 2025, and is expected to be completed within 24 months, by March, 2027. Additionally, proposals for another 458 kilometers of smart fencing are currently under review and sanction....