The issue of India-Bangladesh border fencing in West Bengal has now escalated into a major legal and administrative dispute, with both the Supreme Court and Calcutta High Court stepping in. West Bengal shares over 2,200 km of border with Bangladesh, a region long sensitive to concerns over illegal infiltration, smuggling, and cross-border crime. While the Centre claims that around 78% of the feasible border has already been fenced, nearly 435 km still remains incomplete, with a large portion delayed due to land acquisition hurdles. The matter came under judicial scrutiny during Supreme Court hearings, where questions were raised about the pace of fencing and national security implications. The Centre also pointed to delays in land handover by the state government as a key bottleneck. The issue intensified in the Calcutta High Court after a PIL highlighted rising infiltration cases and large-scale narcotics seizures along the border. The court noted that although land has been acquired and compensation paid, a significant portion has not been handed over to the Border Security Force for fencing. Out of nearly 198 km of such land, only a fraction has been transferred, leaving over 127 km pending. The High Court criticized delays, rejected administrative excuses, and set strict deadlines for compliance. However, follow-up reports showed minimal progress, prompting further judicial censure and financial penalties on responsible officers. With the next hearing scheduled, the case continues to highlight the intersection of national security concerns, administrative delays, and federal coordination challenges between the Centre and the state.