Indian Border Security Force (BSF) personnel reportedly attempted to push 17 people, including women and children, into Bangladesh through the Hapania border in Sapahar upazila of Naogaon on Friday morning. The incident occurred around 7:30 a.m. near border pillar 238/MP, but the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) patrol team prevented the group from entering Bangladeshi territory.

According to the Naogaon Battalion (16 BGB), members of the BSF’s Pannachhara camp were involved in the attempt. Upon receiving information, the Hapania Border Outpost (BOP) patrol team identified the group inside India’s zero line and took preventive measures. Lieutenant Colonel Mohammad Ariful Islam Masum, commanding officer of 16 BGB, stated that patrols in the area have been increased to prevent illegal entry.

The BGB official added that efforts are underway to ensure the individuals remain within Indian territory and that no unauthorized entry into Bangladesh will be permitted.