Assam Police Foils Another Illegal Entry from Bangladesh

Assam Police, under the directive of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, pushed back one more Bangladeshi infiltrator attempting to enter India illegally. Since September, a total of 18 intruders have been repatriated amid heightened border security to prevent illegal immigration due to political unrest in Bangladesh.

Assam Police on Wednesday repelled another illegal attempt to enter India by a Bangladeshi national, as confirmed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. This incident adds to the 18 such cases handled this month.

Sarma commended the quick response of the Assam Police, stating, "Our forces are on high alert at the border and we will prevent any (sic) attempt of infiltration into Indian territory. Good job Team!"

The Border Security Force (BSF) and Assam Police have intensified their vigilance along the 1,885-kilometers long Indo-Bangladesh border, spurred by political turmoil in Bangladesh. The immigrants typically aim to reach southern Indian cities for employment opportunities in the textile industry.

(With inputs from agencies.)