According to a senior BSF official, the troops were patrolling their duties while detaining individuals on the evening of May 3-4. According to a senior BSF official, the troops were on patrol duties while detaining individuals on the evening of May 3-4.
The person has been handed over to the Punjab police for further investigation. The BSF is the main force responsible for protecting the 3,323 km long Indian-Pakistan border, spanning Jamu and Kashmir states (including parts of the LOC), Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat.
This border is one of the most sensitive and volatile borders in the country due to historical tensions and ongoing security challenges.
On April 23, Pakistani Rangers detained BSF soldiers after accidentally crossing the international border near Firozpur, Punjab. The incident occurred when BSF soldiers crossed the border to provide safety to local farmers working near the fence. According to preliminary reports, the soldier accidentally stepped into Pakistani territory. Following the incident, the BSF sent a rigorous consultation to Jawans to confirm that vigilance is maintained in the Border Patrol, although vigilance is maintained among BSF officials. The wanderer detained Jiawan during his patrol duties, and all patrol parties were instructed to be particularly cautious during duty.
Amid the ongoing tensions at the border, the Jiawan people were asked to be particularly cautious and avoid accidentally crossing the border during patrols. Even farmers working on farms on the border are asked to remain vigilant. ” the official added.
Another BSF official said such incidents were common in the Punjab border, with Jawan people on both sides often crossing the border by accident and solving the problem at a flag meeting, but this time, Pakistan did not attend the meeting despite several attempts.
“We have not responded to the ongoing tensions in Pakistan following the Pahargam attack, but we have raised protests with the Pak Rangers and are working to restore Jawan,” the official added. (ANI)
