BSF team foils infiltration bid by 26 B'deshis
"Acting on specific intelligence inputs, BSF personnel at Matchokpara on Hill Road observed three vehicles travelling from the Purakhasia side towards Barengapara along SH-12. The team swiftly intercepted the vehicles and discovered that 26 Bangladeshi nationals were being facilitated by four Indian touts in an attempt to illegally enter India. All individuals involved in the infiltration attempt have been apprehended," a statement issued by the BSF said on Tuesday.
"This successful operation stands as a testament to the unwavering vigilance, operational efficiency, and dedication of BSF Meghalaya in safeguarding national security. The operation underscores the critical role of BSF in combating trans-border crimes and thwarting illegal infiltration attempts along the Indo-Bangladesh border," the note further read.
The BSF regularly conducts such operations, highlighting its consistent efforts to maintain border security and prevent illegal activities across the India-Bangladesh frontier.
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