Border Security Force

September 16, 2024 4:23 PM

“Unity in diversity”: BSF takes out ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ bike rally in West Bengal’s Krishnanagar

The Border Security Force (BSF) organized a 'Har Ghar Tiranga' bike rally in Krishnanagar, West Bengal on Wednesday. The event, held just days before India's 78th Independence Day, aims to promote national unity and encourage citizens to hoist the national flag at their homes. BSF Deputy Inspector General Sanjay Kumar, speaking to reporters, emphasized the importance of the initiative. "We want every citizen to feel proud of their country and display the national flag on their house," Kumar sai...

September 16, 2024 4:23 PM

BSF apprehends 10 Bangladeshi Nationals with fake Aadhaar cards in Tripura

In a joint operation, the Border Security Force (BSF), anti-human trafficking team, and intelligence unit apprehended 10 Bangladeshi nationals attempting to conceal their identities using counterfeit Aadhaar cards on Tuesday. The operation, part of a special drive to intercept Bangladeshi nationals, was conducted based on specific intelligence. Search teams were deployed to suspected dropping points in the Amtali and Dukli areas of West Tripura. "At about 0515 hours, the BSF team, along with s...

September 16, 2024 4:24 PM

BSF engages border villages to fortify security along India-Bangladesh border

In wake of the recent political upheaval in Bangladesh following the departure of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the Border Security Force (BSF) is ramping up efforts to secure the India-Bangladesh border. The Border Security Force (BSF) is ramping up efforts to secure the India-Bangladesh border. To gain local support for enhanced security measures and combat illegal activities, the BSF is conducting "village coordination meetings" in border communities. Tasked with safeguarding the 4,0...

September 16, 2024 4:25 PM

Bangladeshi smuggler killed in self-defence by BSF jawan in West Bengal

A Border Security Force (BSF) jawan fatally shot a Bangladeshi smuggler in self-defence during a confrontation along the India-Bangladesh border in West Bengal's Malda district. The incident took place during the night of August 11-12, when a group of smugglers armed with sharp weapons attacked BSF troops stationed at the Chandnichak Border Outpost. The deceased smuggler, identified as Abdullah from Rishipara village in Bangladesh's Chapainawabganj district, had illegally crossed the border to...