What was the purpose of Ashokabari's joint ground verification during the field season 1996-97?
The purpose of Ashokabari's joint ground verification during the field season 1996-97 was to determine the area and location of enclaves (chhits) belonging to Bangladesh within India. This was done in collaboration with relevant authorities from both countries, such as Brig. J.R. Peter Director Land Records & Survey (Ex-Officio) West Bengal, India & Director, Eastern Circle Survey of India, Calcutta and Md. Shafi Uddin Director-General, Land Records and Surveys, Bangladesh.