BGB blocks BSF ‘push-in attempt’ at Meherpur border

Local residents say the group comprised one man and three women, though their identities remain unknown

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has thwarted an alleged attempt to push four people into Bangladesh through the Meherpur border.

The move was made through Khalpara of Buripota border in Sadar Upazila, according to Lt Col Nazmul Hasan, commanding officer of BGB-6 Battalion.

The incident occurred before dawn on Friday. The BGB moved into position after local residents reported unusual activity across the zero line near the border.

According to the BGB, the Natna Border Security Force (BSF) camp under Tehatta Police Station in India's Nadia district is located opposite the area.

After being alerted by residents, BGB personnel monitored the border and spotted four people near the frontier.

When attempts were allegedly made to bring them into Bangladesh, the BGB took a firm stance and prevented their entry.

The attempt failed and the individuals later moved away from the area.

Locals said the group consisted of one man and three women.

Their identities, nationality and the reason they had been brought to the border remain unclear.

Lt Col Nazmul said the BSF had tried to push the four people before rain began on Friday morning, but they were unable to enter because of the BGB's strict position.

He said the BGB remains on maximum alert along the border and surveillance has been stepped up with support from locals.

The force remains determined to prevent any push-in attempts, he added.