Illegal Infiltration: Three Bangladesh Nationals Arrested in Meghalaya

Authorities arrested three Bangladeshi nationals in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district for illegal entry. Three local residents were also detained for aiding them. Acting on a tip-off, BSF troops captured six people near the border. The detainees lacked valid travel documentation and were handed over to the police.

Authorities have arrested three Bangladeshi nationals in Meghalaya’s West Garo Hills district on charges of illegal entry, officials announced Tuesday.

Three local residents were also detained in connection with aiding their infiltration.

Acting on credible information, BSF troops apprehended six individuals near the International Border in Muktapur village. Preliminary investigations revealed that three of them were Bangladeshi immigrants without valid travel documents, while the other three locals provided logistical support. All six were subsequently handed over to the police for further action.