BSF thwarts infiltration bid by Bangladeshis

In a significant operation on Tuesday, Border Security Force (BSF) thwarted an infiltration attempt by a large group of Bangladeshi nationals near the Indo-Bangladesh border in South Salmara Mankachar district of Assam.

In a statement, the BSF said, "In early hours of May 27, vigilant BSF troops deployed at Indo- Bangladesh International Border in district South Salmara Mankachar, Assam, observed suspicious movement of Bangladesh nationals approaching International Boundary from the Bangladesh side with intention to cross into Indian territory... BSF troops challenged them to prevent their unauthorised entry into Indian territory. The Bangladeshi mob subsequently retreated into Bangladesh."

It added the incident underscores BSF's unwavering commitment to safeguarding India's borders. The force continues to maintain a high level of alertness.