Four Bangladeshi Nationals Detained for Illegal Entry into Assam
In a significant operation, Assam Police have detained four Bangladeshi nationals, including one minor, for illegally entering India without valid documentation. The arrests were made in Guwahati following credible intelligence inputs received by authorities.
Police Operation and Detainee Details
The border branch of the police commissionerate, in collaboration with a team from Dispur police station, conducted the operation on Sunday evening. The detained individuals have been identified as Munni Akhtar (22) from Bangladesh's Narail district, along with Moor Salim Seikh (32) and Mukta Seikh (25) from Bagherghat district in Bangladesh.
According to an official statement released by Assam Police, "During enquiry it was found that they crossed over to India illegally without any valid documents in search of jobs after being enticed by brokers. They started on Friday and reached Guwahati on Saturday."
Broker Arrested in Connection with Case
Police have also arrested the alleged broker who facilitated the illegal entry. The broker has been identified as Mohammed Akkash Ali (32), a resident of Barpeta district who works as a taxi driver and was residing in a rented house in Guwahati's Dispur area.
A formal case has been registered against Ali at Dispur Police Station. "A case has been registered against Ali in Dispur PS," confirmed the police statement.
Legal Proceedings and Deportation Formalities
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) for East Guwahati, Tabu Ram Pegu, stated that the detainees have been transferred to the border branch of the police commissionerate. Necessary legal procedures are currently underway, including deportation formalities to return the individuals to Bangladesh.
The police operation highlights ongoing concerns about illegal border crossings and the role of brokers in facilitating such entries. Authorities continue to monitor border areas and investigate networks involved in illegal immigration activities.
