Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], February 15 (HBTV): The Border Security Force (BSF) Meghalaya, in a well-coordinated joint operation with sister agencies, successfully intercepted and apprehended multiple individuals attempting to illegally cross the international boundary, according to a release.
During the operation, BSF troops intercepted eight Bangladeshi nationals along with an Indian national (the driver) near the international boundary while they were attempting to enter Bangladesh from India, the release stated.
In another swift operation, BSF Meghalaya troops nabbed six more Bangladeshi nationals along with two Indian nationals near the border. These actions were part of BSF Meghalaya's ongoing efforts to curb illegal infiltration and trans-border crimes, the release added.
BSF personnel from Tura and the 4th Battalion detected suspicious movements along the border and promptly took action, leading to the successful apprehension of a total of 14 Bangladeshi nationals and three Indian nationals. The apprehended individuals were subsequently handed over to the concerned police station for further legal proceedings.
Upon investigation, the Bangladeshi nationals revealed that they had been working as tailors and labourers in clothing companies in Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu, and had illegally entered India a few months ago. Their attempt to return to Bangladesh through unauthorized channels was foiled due to the alertness and swift action of BSF personnel, the release stated.
This successful operation underscores BSF Meghalaya's unwavering commitment to national security and its relentless efforts to prevent illegal activities such as smuggling and infiltration. The BSF remains steadfast in its duty to secure the international border and will continue to take stringent action against unlawful activities.
BSF Meghalaya acknowledged the collaborative efforts of sister agencies in ensuring the integrity of national borders and reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and security in the region, the release added.
(ANI)