BSF Stops Over Bangladeshi Infiltrators Near West Bengal-Bangladesh Border

In a significant operation on Thursday, the Border Security Force (BSF) intercepted and prevented Bangladeshi nationals from illegally entering India near the West Bengal-Bangladesh border. The infiltration attempt occurred from Kishanganj in Bihar, near Islampur in West Bengal. The infiltrators were attempting to cross into Indian territory when they were confronted by the BSF, who managed to turn them back.

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This incident comes in the wake of escalating unrest in Bangladesh. On August 5, violent protests erupted against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, resulting in over 100 deaths. The turmoil forced Hasina to resign and leave the country. Following her resignation, the situation in Bangladesh has deteriorated, with reports of targeted attacks on Hindu families and temples. Fearing for their safety, many Bangladeshis are seeking refuge in neighboring countries, including India.

Upon receiving intelligence about the infiltration attempt, BSF Commandant Ajay Shukla and Islampur Superintendent of Police Joby Thomas, along with their respective teams, rushed to the site. They instructed the infiltrators to return to Bangladesh, and subsequently, a high alert was issued along the India-Bangladesh border near Kishanganj. In response to the growing threat, BSF has significantly increased its presence in the area, deploying additional troops and officers to ensure the border remains secure.

BSF officials reported that the group of Bangladeshi villagers gathered near the border, leading to a brief commotion. The BSF personnel swiftly intervened, instructing the crowd to retreat, which they eventually did. The BSF remains on high alert, closely monitoring the situation and prepared to respond to any developments.

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In a related incident on Wednesday, BSF personnel thwarted another infiltration attempt by approximately 500 Bangladeshi nationals near Jalpaiguri in North Bengal. These individuals, like those intercepted on Thursday, were reportedly fleeing Bangladesh due to fears of attacks by protestors. The BSF, in coordination with the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), engaged with the group, ultimately persuading them to return to Bangladesh.

The situation along the India-Bangladesh border has become increasingly tense in light of the recent political instability in Bangladesh. The BSF has heightened its vigilance, deploying additional resources to ensure the security of the border.

Meanwhile, reports have surfaced that Sheikh Hasina, who fled Bangladesh on August 5, was unable to bring personal belongings or necessary items with her, given only 45 minutes to leave the country. This abrupt departure highlights the severity of the crisis in Bangladesh, which has led to increased attempts at illegal crossings along the border.

The BSF’s prompt action in both incidents underscores the critical role of border security forces in maintaining the integrity of India’s borders, especially during times of regional instability. The situation remains fluid, with the BSF and other security agencies on high alert to prevent further infiltration attempts and to manage the ongoing crisis at the border.

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