Assam Police Apprehend Bangladesh Infiltrator, Pushed Back Across Border

GUWAHATI: A Bangladesh infiltrator was apprehended and pushed back by the Assam Police for trying to enter India from Bangladesh and was pushed back, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday. The infiltrator has been identified as Tushar Imran.

Taking to X, CM Sarma wrote, "Maintaining alert along the border, 1 illegal Bangladeshi national was apprehended today near the international border and pushed back Tushar Imran." "We are committed to a secure border," GM added.

Earlier last month, the Assam Police successfully apprehended five Bangladesh nationals and deported them back across the border. The individuals were identified as Hansi Akhtar, Sraboni, Shohagi Khan, Sumi Khan, and Nila Akhtar.

Authorities have reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining border security and ensuring strict action against unlawful crossings.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma commended the police force for their proactive measures in combating illegal immigration. Taking to X, he praised the team for their dedication and unwavering efforts to safeguard Assam's territorial integrity.

In another similar incident, six Bangladesh immigrants have been apprehended by the Assam Police for entering Indian territory illegally and handed over to the authorities of the neighboring country, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said earlier on December 23. He, however, did not mention the sector of the India-Bangladesh border where they were held.

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