Hundreds of Bangladeshis denied entry into India at WB border | WATCH

New Delhi: Amidst the ongoing political turmoil in Bangladesh, hundreds of Bangladeshi nationals attempted to cross the India-Bangladesh border to seek refuge in India. However, the Border Security Forces (BSF) successfully prevented any unauthorized entries. On Thursday, over 500 individuals gathered at the Manikganj border in Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, prompting BSF personnel to fire warning shots to disperse the crowd. The increased border security measures come in response to the recent violent student protests and the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, which have led to heightened political instability in Bangladesh.

Bangladeshis tries to cross border

According to reports, a large group of approximately 600-1000 Bangladeshi nationals attempted to cross the border into India at Zero Point in Childanga village, taking advantage of the absence of barbed wire. However, the Border Security Forces (BSF) successfully intercepted the group before they could enter Indian territory. Additionally, BSF personnel visited nearby villages to alert residents and prevent further attempts at infiltration.

Crisis at the Indo- Bangladesh border, where thousands of Hindu Bangladeshis have reached, seeking refuge in India.

The BSF has stopped their attempts
Pictures are from Jalpaiguri, near Siliguri, West Bengal #BangladeshiHindus #Bangladesh pic.twitter.com/8C2qh7lSWL

— Sneha Mordani (@snehamordani) August 8, 2024

India denies entry to fleeing Bangladeshis

A group of individuals, fearing for their safety, attempted to cross into India on the eve of the interim government's takeover in Bangladesh. However, the Border Security Forces (BSF) denied them entry. The group appealed to the authorities, citing concerns about potential attacks and threats to their lives. Despite their pleas, the official explained that it was not possible to grant them entry into India without following proper procedures.

Amid ongoing political chaos and unrest in Bangladesh, at least 500 Bangladeshi nationals from villages in Panchagarh district attempted to enter India.

The BSF personnel intercepted them near Jalpaiguri in West Bengal and engaged in a conversation with them. pic.twitter.com/KUa1I1gOP0

— Beats in Brief (@beatsinbrief) August 7, 2024