Security has been tightened at fuel depots in Sylhet, where Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has been deployed to prevent possible hoarding, sabotage, and supply disruption. Acting under the directive of the Ministry of Home Affairs, BGB members began duty on Saturday at key depots, including Padma and Meghna. Sources said BGB is now stationed at 19 fuel depots across the country, including those in Sylhet and Moulvibazar, with officers leading patrols and surveillance. Intelligence monitoring has also been increased to handle any untoward incidents.

Barrister Riyashad Azim Haque Adnan, acting president of the Sylhet divisional committee of the Bangladesh Petroleum Dealers, Distributors, Agents and Petrol Pump Owners Association, expressed differing views on the deployment. He warned that such security measures might create public anxiety and urged authorities to identify and control oil theft points instead. He emphasized that BGB should focus on border duties to prevent smuggling.

BGB officials confirmed that two platoons are stationed at the Sylhet depots, with temporary base camps set up for operational convenience. The district administration has also appointed tag officers to monitor petrol pumps and announced rewards for information on illegal hoarding or manipulation.