Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has intensified operational and intelligence activities across the country, including border areas, to keep the edible oil market stable, officials said, as 2,000 liters of loose soybean oil were recovered from warehouses in Narayanganj during a recent drive.
The force has taken a stance to ensure the supply system remains operational, curb the activities of dishonest hoarders, black marketeers, and smuggling syndicates, and prevent abnormal price hikes of edible oil, according to a press release on Friday.
As part of the crackdown, a joint team of BGB’s Narayanganj Battalion (62 BGB) and the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) conducted a drive at Tarabo Kazipara intersection in Rupganj upazila around 1:00am on Thursday.
During the drive, around 2,000 liters of loose soybean oil stored illegally in nine barrels were recovered from warehouses owned by two individuals, identified as Raju and Khorshed.
Authorities found clear evidence that loose soybean oil was being collected from local markets, illegally stockpiled, bottled, and marketed using stickers labeled “Bondhon Plus” and “Bismillah.”
Such fraudulent activities pose serious risks to public health and consumer rights, and legal action against those involved is underway, the release said.
BGB said it has seized around 5,425 liters of edible oil in the first three months of the current year through drives in districts including Joypurhat, Satkhira, Jashore, Feni, Cox’s Bazar, and Narayanganj.
The force also seized 13,177 liters last year and 30,092 liters in 2025, it added.
According to the release, BGB remains on maximum alert in border areas to prevent illegal hoarding and smuggling of edible oil. Regular and special patrols have been increased, while operations are being conducted based on reliable intelligence on identified smugglers and routes used for trafficking.
Search operations have also been intensified on suspected vehicles, water vessels, and warehouses near border areas to seize illegal stockpiles.
To strengthen enforcement, task force operations are being carried out in coordination with the local administration, Bangladesh Army, RAB, police, and the customs department, which officials say is helping closely monitor market management and supply conditions.
The release said joint drives are also being conducted beyond 8 kilometers from the border when necessary, in coordination with other law enforcement agencies.
At the same time, BGB is raising awareness among public representatives and local residents in border areas about the harmful effects of edible oil smuggling.
BGB said that alongside ensuring border security, it remains committed to maintaining stability in the market for essential commodities. The force is continuing its duties with the highest level of professionalism to ensure a smooth edible oil supply and protect consumer interests, and will maintain its strict stance against illegal hoarding, smuggling, and market manipulation in the future.
