SHILLONG: In a major operation, personnel from the 172 Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) caught six Bangladeshi nationals on Thursday. The individuals were detained during a search operation in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills district while attempting to cross the International Border into Bangladesh.
The operation was based on specific intelligence about suspicious activity near the border. Acting quickly, BSF troops increased patrols and intercepted the group while they attempted the crossing.
The BSF is responsible for protecting India’s borders and regularly stops illegal crossings and smuggling along the Indo-Bangladesh border in Meghalaya. Although the area’s dense forests and rugged hills make patrolling difficult, the BSF stays alert and works hard to prevent such activities.
In recent months, there has been an increase in attempts to cross the border, often driven by economic distress or criminal networks involved in smuggling contraband. The BSF’s intensified surveillance and operational efficiency have resulted in the successful prevention of several such incidents.
The apprehended individuals have been handed over to local authorities for further legal action. Efforts are also being made to establish their identities and ascertain whether they were part of a larger group or operation.
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