New Delhi. Amid growing political chaos and unrest in Bangladesh, at least 500 Bangladeshi nationals from various villages of Panchagarh district tried to sneak into India. However, alert Border Security Force (BSF) personnel foiled their attempts near Jalpaiguri in West Bengal. A senior BSF official said that a large group of Bangladeshi nationals gathered at several places along the international border in North Bengal this evening and tried to sneak into Indian territory. The group was dispersed with the help of Border Guard Bangladesh, local civil administration and BSF personnel.
The officer said that the BSF is on high alert and is keeping a strict vigil on the border to prevent any illegal crossing. The situation is being handled with utmost sensitivity to ensure the security of the borders of both the countries.
“A large group of Bangladesh nationals gathered in patches at various locations at the International Border along North Bengal today evening. They were attempting to sneak into Indian territory. They were dispersed with the help of Border Guard Bangladesh, Civil Administration… pic.twitter.com/ATqdWraBur
— ANI (@ANI) August 7, 2024
How is the situation in Bangladesh
Bangladeshi citizens desperate to flee their homeland have cited the ongoing violence and unrest as the reason for seeking refuge in India. Despite the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, turmoil continues in Bangladesh. Reports suggest that homes and properties have been vandalised on a large scale amid the political crisis. The unrest, which began with student protests against job reservation policies, has escalated significantly. The violence has turned many areas into conflict zones, leaving citizens fearing for their lives. These circumstances have forced many to cross the border and seek safety in India.
Attempts to enter India
In an incident at the Changrabandha immigration checkpoint in West Bengal’s Cooch Behar district, a Bangladeshi couple was caught trying to enter India with fake documents. The couple, identified as Enamul Haque Sohel and his wife Sanjida Zina Ilahi, were detained but were later allowed to stay temporarily in India after appealing. The couple’s case highlights the lengths some Bangladeshis are going to to escape violence in their country. Indian authorities are facing a challenging situation as they try to balance humanitarian concerns with border security protocols.
Political unrest in Bangladesh took a serious turn when student protests over job reservation policies turned violent. The situation deteriorated to such an extent that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was forced to resign on Monday and flee to India for safety. Her departure has led to further chaos, with rioters causing massive damage to government property, including storming and vandalising the prime minister’s residence.
