BSF Jawan Thwarts Smuggling Attempt at India-Bangladesh Border

A BSF jawan in West Bengal fired his pump action gun in self-defense, injuring one alleged smuggler. The incident occurred at the India-Bangladesh border during an early morning operation where 787 bottles of banned cough syrup and a weapon were seized from a group attempting smuggling.

A dramatic confrontation unfolded at the India-Bangladesh border in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district, where a BSF jawan resorted to firing his pump action gun in self-defense against alleged smugglers.

The incident occurred on Sunday at dawn, as the jawan confronted a group of four to five individuals attempting to smuggle 787 bottles of banned cough syrup to Bangladesh. The syrup, Phensedyl, is noted for its alcohol content.

In the ensuing scuffle, one smuggler was injured and later hospitalized for treatment. The BSF statement outlined the swift measures taken by their personnel, who were successful in seizing the contraband goods and deterring the smuggling attempt.

(With inputs from agencies.)