Agartala (Tripura) [India], July 12 (ANI): In a significant operation based on confidential information, the Government Railway Police (GRP) on Thursday detained seven Bangladeshi nationals at Agartala Railway Station.
The group, consisting of four women and three men, had reportedly entered India through illegal means and were planning to travel to various destinations across the country by train.
The detainees have been identified as 24-year-old Ibrahim Hossain from Kalaroa, 32-year-old Safikul Islam from Satkhira, 22-year-old Musamed Salina Begam from Satkhira along with her five-year-old son Samim Reze, 28-year-old Md. Shimul Hossain from Satkhira, 23-year-old Nur Nahar Juma from Pabna, 24-year-old Taslima Kanum from Narail, and 19-year-old Meenu Khatun from Khulna.
The Agartala GRP has registered a case against the individuals under the relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Foreigners Act. The authorities have reported that the detainees will be presented before the court on Friday.
The incident has highlighted ongoing issues of illegal immigration and the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in monitoring and controlling unauthorized entry into the country. The GRP officials have reiterated their commitment to maintaining strict vigilance and ensuring the security of the nation’s borders.
This case has served as a reminder of the need for robust border security measures and the importance of legal immigration channels. Further investigations are underway to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the illegal entry and to identify any potential facilitators or networks involved in human trafficking.
Local authorities have also emphasised the humanitarian aspects of such cases, particularly when women and children are involved, and are working to ensure that all actions are taken by international human rights standards.
The community has been urged to report any suspicious activities to the authorities to aid in the prevention of illegal immigration and to maintain national security. (ANI)
Disclaimer: This story is auto-generated from a syndicated feed of ANI; only the image & headline may have been reworked by News Services Division of World News Network Inc Ltd and Palghar News and Pune News and World News
HINDI, MARATHI, GUJARATI, TAMIL, TELUGU, BENGALI, KANNADA, ORIYA, PUNJABI, URDU, MALAYALAM
For more details and packages
