Md. Arfan Hossain, the younger brother of Felani Khatun who was killed by BSF gunfire at the border, has officially joined the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) as a sepoy. He took an oath to protect the nation’s sovereignty and integrity during the passing-out parade of the 104th recruit batch at the Bir Uttam Mujibur Rahman Parade Ground of the Border Guard Training Center and College in Baitul Izzat, Satkania, Chattogram. The event marked the induction of 3,023 new BGB members, including 2,950 men and 73 women—the highest number in the force’s history.

Arfan had passed the recruitment examination organized by 15 BGB on February 23 before beginning his training. His enlistment carries deep emotional significance for his family, who have long sought justice for Felani’s death in 2011 at the Anantapur border in Kurigram’s Phulbari. The family and local residents believe Arfan’s service symbolizes hope and the continuation of Felani’s unfulfilled dream.

The ceremony underscored BGB’s ongoing expansion and the inclusion of new recruits dedicated to safeguarding Bangladesh’s borders.