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IndiGo Flight Cheers BSF Soldier Injured in Operation Sindoor for His Bravery | Watch

June 12, 2025, 2:04 pm

A Border Security Force (BSF) personnel received a hero’s welcome aboard an IndiGo flight on Tuesday morning for his bravery during the high-risk Operation Sindoor. Passengers applauded Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) Rajapaksh B T after the airline captain introduced him as a “very special traveller” who risked his life to save fellow soldiers.

The BSF shared a heartwarming video on its official X handle showing the moment the captain lauded Rajapaksh’s valour. “During Operation Sindoor on May 7 and 8, Assistant Sub Inspector, General Duty, Rajapaksh B T, 165 Battalion Border Security Force, was seriously injured while helping fellow soldiers during heavy firing at the international border near Jammu,” the captain said.

“His fearless action, even when under attack, helped save the lives of fellow soldiers and forced the enemy to retreat,” he added. The IndiGo flight passengers responded with a round of thunderous applause as Rajapaksh humbly acknowledged them with folded hands.

“कुछ वीर जन्म से नहीं, कर्म से महान बनते हैं”

दिनांक 10 जून 2025, इंडिगो दिल्ली-बेंगलुरु के विमान कर्मी दल द्वारा बीएसएफ की 165 बटालियन के सहायक उप निरीक्षक राजप्पा बी.डी. द्वारा ऑपरेशन सिन्दूर में किये गए वीरोचित कार्य का पुनः स्मरण, उनकी कर्तव्यनिष्ठा और देश के लिए समर्पण का… pic.twitter.com/CBASsQLpd7

— BSF (@BSF_India) June 11, 2025

Operation Sindoor: India’s Largest Anti-Terror Strike

The applause for Rajapaksha comes in the wake of one of India’s most decisive counter-terrorism actions. India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7 in retaliation after terrorists killed 26 people, mostly tourists, in Pahalgam on April 22. The operation targeted nine terrorist infrastructures in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir.

Indian forces swiftly retaliated against subsequent Pakistani offensives under the same operation. The Indian Armed Forces, including BSF units, played a crucial role in executing these strikes.

Rajnath Singh: Operation Sindoor is India’s Boldest Move Against Terror

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the strategic importance of Operation Sindoor. Speaking on Tuesday, Singh said, “The Pahalgam terror strike was not just an attack on our people but also an assault on the social unity of India.”

He emphasised the operation’s unprecedented scale: “On every matter related to national security, we have changed both attitude and way of action of the government. The world saw this change during the recent Operation Sindoor.”

21 Days in the Shadows: How a BSF Jawan Survived Captivity in Pakistan | TDG Explainer

May 17, 2025, 12:36 pm

Purnam Kumar Shaw, a jawan of the Border Security Force (BSF) from West Bengal, returned to India after a dramatic 21-day ordeal at the hands of his Pakistani captors. What was just a routine border patrol in Punjab turned into an extended diplomatic crisis when Shaw crossed the border inadvertently on April 23, just a day after the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives.

Shaw was said to have looked for shade under a tree when he inadvertently crossed into Pakistani territory. The Pakistani Rangers picked him up at once, and what should have been a swift handover became a tense standoff. His return, with Indo-Pak relations already tenuous, was bogged down in delays and uncertainty.

Negotiations in the Shadow of Conflict

Under normal circumstances, a soldier who mistakenly crosses the border is typically handed back within a day or two. However, Shaw’s case was different. The Pahalgam terror attack had escalated tensions, and Operation Sindoor—India’s retaliatory air strikes on terror camps—only complicated matters. Flag meetings were stalled, and every Indian diplomatic effort was met with the same vague reply, “We are waiting for directions from the higher-ups.”

Later, on May 10, the two nations came to an “understanding” to suspend military action along the International Border as well as the Line of Control. Four days after that, Shaw returned home at last through Attari-Wagah border, giving great relief to his family.

Today BSF Jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw, who had been in the custody of Pakistan Rangers since 23 April 2025, was handed over to India: BSF

Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw had inadvertently crossed over to Pakistan territory, while on operational duty in area of Ferozepur sector on 23rd… pic.twitter.com/PnHB6wl69V

— ANI (@ANI) May 14, 2025

Mental Torture of BSF Soldier and Captivity Conditions

Shaw’s experience was not an easy one. When he returned, he confided in his wife, Rajani, and shared the psychological impact of his captivity. “He was being given food at regular intervals. But he was not permitted to brush his teeth. When he talked, he was exhausted and said he was sleep-deprived,” she explained to The Times of India.

Although physically not attacked, Shaw said he was put through severe mental stress. Pakistani authorities, sometimes dressed in civilian clothes, blindfolded him and transferred him between three secret locations. One of them, Shaw suspects, was close to an airbase—he constantly heard planes overhead. At another time, he was placed in a prison cell and questioned repeatedly regarding patterns of BSF deployment and the details of senior officers. He was also under pressure to provide contact details. However, according to BSF procedure, he didn’t carry a phone during the patrol.

#WATCH | Punjab: Visuals from Attari Border, as BSF jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw returns to India.

Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw had inadvertently crossed over to Pakistan territory, while on operational duty in area of Ferozepur sector on 23rd April 2025 and detained by Pakistan… pic.twitter.com/YvADn9STKg

— ANI (@ANI) May 14, 2025

A Family’s Agony and Hope

Meanwhile, in India, Shaw’s family—particularly his pregnant wife Rajani—were wracked with anxiety. She and their infant son, along with other relatives, went to Ferozepur to meet Shaw’s commanding officer. Despite assurances that talks were being initiated, reports of Indian army action served to further intensify their anxiety.

“I remained glued to the news all day, hoping for something positive,” Rajani said. The family’s concerns were echoed by Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee, who demanded immediate government action. “We need to get him back immediately,” Banerjee posted on social media.

Wife of BSF jawan Purnam Shaw returned from Pakistan after 20 days of captivity

She says @narendramodi he to sab possible he

She also praised WB CM pic.twitter.com/7Rb8znEmzh

— Naveen Kapoor (@IamNaveenKapoor) May 14, 2025

Lastly, on May 14, their hopes were fulfilled. Shaw came back to Indian soil and was immediately debriefed by the government. His captor-worn clothes were checked and disposed of, and he was discovered to be physically and mentally fit.

Welcome of BSF Jawan and Renewed Resolve

Despite the trauma, Shaw’s family is in full support of his service. His wife was thankful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for his release. His father, Bholanath Shaw, in a proud tone, said, “I want him to work for the country only. He will again go back to protect our country.”

Shaw is a member of the 24th Battalion of the BSF and was deployed to Punjab’s Ferozepur sector, which borders Pakistan for 553 km. His case has reopened debates on border troops’ challenges and risks, particularly during times of increased military and political tensions.

The Larger Picture: Border Security and Diplomacy

Shaw’s return is a relief, but it also reveals weaknesses in cross-border procedures and the heavy human price of diplomatic standoffs. His 21-day detention—marked by blindfolds, questioning, and mental pressure—raises significant questions regarding how both countries respond to such events during times of turmoil.

As the BSF and Indian authorities toiled behind the scenes, the ordeal is a grim reminder of the human toll exacted by those manning the country’s borders. More importantly, it is a reminder of how global events—ranging from terror strikes to military campaigns—can have far-reaching consequences. Even the most mundane security operations can be hugely influenced by such developments.

As Shaw returns to work, his account is a warning story and a tribute to the resilience and strength of India’s military and their families.

Samba Sector Clash: BSF Guns Down 7 Jaish-e-Mohammad Militants

May 9, 2025, 2:41 pm

In another obvious effort to destabilize India, seven well-armed infiltrators, who were believed to be members of the proscribed terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), were killed by the Border Security Force (BSF) in a high-intensity operation in Jammu’s Samba sector. The attempted infiltration on the intervening night of May 8-9 was picked up by BSF’s sophisticated surveillance grid, and it led to instant and deadly retribution.

As per a BSF spokesperson, “In Samba sector of Jammu Frontier BSF, in the intervening night of 8th and 9th of May 2025, an infiltration attempt by a big group of terrorists has been tried, which was detected by surveillance grid. This infiltration bid was supported by fire from Pak Rangers post Dhandhar. Alert troops of BSF, neutralised the infiltration bid, killing at least 7 terrorists and caused extensive damage to the Pak Post Dhandhar.”

#WATCH | On 8-9 May 2025, BSF foiled a major infiltration bid at the International Boundary in Samba district, J&K by killing at least seven terrorists and causing extensive damage to the Pakistan Post Dhandhar, says BSF.

(Source: BSF) pic.twitter.com/c2MWOUuvQs

— ANI (@ANI) May 9, 2025

Operation Sindoor: India’s Calculated Response to Pahalgam Attack

This infiltration attempt is part of a larger offensive plan, with Pakistan also trying to strike at Jammu, Pathankot, and Jaisalmer. It came soon after the horrific Pahalgam terror attack that killed 25 tourists and one local pony guide. Indian armed forces retaliated with Operation Sindoor, a targeted military operation against JeM training camps and hideouts deep within Pakistan territory.

The Indian Army released a summary of Pakistan’s larger assault. Pakistan Armed Forces attempted a series of attacks using drones and other ammunition across the whole Western Border during the intervening night of 08 and 09 May 2025. Pak soldiers also made extensive ceasefire violations (CFVs) across the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. All malign schemes shall be countered by strength.”

India’s Message: Zero Tolerance towards Terrorism

By these targeted attacks and aggressive border defence, India has reiterated its firm commitment to national security and sovereignty. The attempted infiltration and follow-up attacks serve only to reassert India’s determination to dismantle terror infrastructure in the border area and hold its facilitators to account.

Kashmir Waited 38 Years for This Moment — Ground Zero Delivers

April 19, 2025, 1:51 pm

Ground Zero, the eagerly awaited action-thriller of Excel Entertainment, is all set to take the big screen by storm with a strong real-life Border Security Force (BSF) operation. The movie is based on Kashmir and draws its inspiration from real-life events. The movie not only guarantees a thrilling plot but has already become history with its grand world premiere in Srinagar. This is the first such event in the Kashmir Valley in close to four decades.

Ground Zero Delivers

The premiere was held especially for BSF jawans. The premiere turned the event into an evening of cinematic excellence, patriotism, and cultural revival. The red carpet in Srinagar saw a host of celebrities and creators gracing the occasion. The event was led by the film’s star Emraan Hashmi, who plays BSF Commandant Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey.

Accompanying him were co-actor Sai Tamhankar, who portrays his on-screen wife, and director Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar. Producers Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar came in with their wives, Dolly Sidhwani and Shibani Dandekar, respectively. Co-producer Arhan Bagati also made an appearance along with the rest of the production team. Their presence, along with BSF personnel, gave the premiere a strongly emotional and patriotic tone.

Emraan Hashmi’s First Role as an Army Officer

The film marks a turning point in Emraan Hashmi’s career, as he steps into the role of an army officer for the first time. The recently released trailer of Ground Zero teases an intense and emotionally layered narrative, sparking excitement among audiences.

“Ground Zero” is made under the Excel Entertainment banner by Tejas Prabha Vijay Deoskar. The film is co-produced by Sundeep C. Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani, and is produced by Talisman Films, Arhan Bagati, Kassim Jagmagia, Vishal Ramchandani, Abhishek Kumar, and Nishikant Roy.

With its countrywide release planned for April 25, 2025, Ground Zero has the potential to be one of the year’s most engaging patriotic thrillers, blending real-world bravery with dramatic storytelling.

Assam Police intercepts 130 illegal migrants in 2 months

October 29, 2024, 3:08 am

The Assam Police, in close coordination with the Border Security Force (BSF), have recently intensified efforts to curb illegal infiltration along the Indo-Bangladesh border, intercepting over 130 illegal migrants in the last two months. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has emphasized the state’s “zero-tolerance policy towards infiltration,” particularly regarding Rohingya nationals. Plans for 12 new police stations near the Indo-Bangladesh border are also under way to enhance coordination with central agencies.
Of the 138 people who have been intercepted by the joint operations of the Assam Police and BSF, many are Rohingya Muslims. The Assam CM has highlighted the issue stating that contrary to assumptions that Hindus will migrate to India post-Bangladesh crisis, instances of Muslims have migrated to India. “We’re observing daily detections of individuals or groups trying to cross into Assam. Despite the BSF’s extensive efforts to secure the boundary, the porous nature of the border still allows some entries,” said Sarma.
He noted that recent data contradicts the assumption that instability in Bangladesh would drive Hindu Bengalis into India, with most intercepted individuals identified as Muslim Rohingyas.
The Chief Minister stressed the importance of a unified approach among border states, including Tripura, Meghalaya, and West Bengal, to effectively manage this challenge. “Assam and Tripura have been intercepting infiltrators diligently, but all states must collaborate with the BSF for comprehensive border security. If West Bengal intensifies efforts, this will help create a cohesive security network,” Sarma said.
In response to inquiries about identity misrepresentation, Sarma said, “Our approach is clear. Regardless of religion, any illegal entrant from Bangladesh will be detected and sent back. Border vigilance is our top priority.”
The team of The Daily Guardian visited Ground Zero a the Dhubri border where BSF has been patrolling day and night amid the recent instances of infiltration. As per highly placed sources, the infiltration, contraband and smuggling of narcotics are also under the radar of the BSF. The BSF along with the Assam police have made major busts across the Indo-Bangladesh borders.
In a fresh case of attempted infiltration from the Tripura side, Assam Police apprehended three Bangladeshi nationals. Identified as MD Abu Shaid, Asadul Islam, and MD Sarwar, all from Rajshahi district, one of the individuals was found to possess an Aadhaar card and was a repeat offender. The group, aiming to travel to Chennai for labor work, was repatriated after their interception.
Chief Minister Sarma praised the Assam Police and BSF personnel for their unwavering vigilance and quick response, adding that “our forces are vigilant 24/7 to prevent infiltration attempts and secure Assam’s borders.”

Security Forces Clash with Terrorists at Kathua-Basantgarh Border

September 11, 2024, 3:28 pm

Security forces engaged in an encounter with terrorists at the Kathua-Basantgarh border in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. The operation, which was launched based on specific intelligence, has led to ongoing contact with the terrorists at this location. The Public Relations Officer Defence Jammu reported that the operation is still in progress and details are being verified.

BSF Personnel Injured in Cross-Border Firing

Earlier in the day, the Border Security Force (BSF) reported an incident involving unprovoked firing from Pakistan in the Akhnoor sector of Jammu and Kashmir near the International Border. The firing began around 2:35 am and was met with a prompt response from BSF troops. “One BSF personnel sustained injuries in the firing from the Pakistan side. Troops are on high alert,” the BSF stated.

Border Tensions

The India-Pakistan border spans approximately 3,323 kilometers and has been a persistent source of tension and security challenges. The border, especially in Jammu and Kashmir, has experienced frequent skirmishes and ceasefire violations. These sporadic incidents of cross-border firing often lead to major security concerns and heightened alertness among the forces stationed there.

BSF Struggles To Block Entry Of Terrified Bangladeshis

August 9, 2024, 1:17 am

The Border Security Force (BSF) is struggling to block the entry of terrified Bangladeshis trying to flee their country, hoping to find shelter in India. Senior BSF officers said that the attempts were being seen from North Bengal to South, particularly in areas where the border is still unfenced. West Bengal shares a 2217-km long border with Bangladesh.
BSF personnel were forced to fire warning shots and form a human barrier at an unfenced section of the border as hundreds of Bangladeshis, mostly politicians and workers of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League party, attempted to enter Bengal, fearing for their safety amid targeted violence in their nation.

A former Awami League MP from Kushtia II, Kamarul Arefin, was apprehended while trying to cross over to India through the Benapole-Petrapole border in North 24-Parganas district along with his wife and two daughters. While the ex-MP and his kin had passports, they did not have visas. They appealed to be let into India, fearing for their lives in Bangladesh. While BSF did not comment on the issue, BGB detained him after they were sent back on Wednesday.

BSF sources said North Bengal, in particular, witnessed a massive gathering of Bangladeshis along the international border on Wednesday: ordinary villagers, people from the minority Hindu community, Awami League supporters, all trying to cross over.
Panic-stricken Bangladeshis are massing on the border due to the continuing unrest in Bangladesh since Sheikh Hasina’s resignation and flight to India on Monday.
At one such border outpost, BSF had to fire a warning round in the air, faced with a gathering of 200-odd villagers, who were trying to cross into Indian territory.
Amit Kumar Tyagi, BSF DIG (North Bengal Frontier), confirmed the warning shot, saying, “At the Mukesh border post in the Kishanganj-North Dinajpur area, we had a gathering of over 200 villagers. We had to resort to one round of blank firing at 1.45 pm on Wednesday. The villagers are still standing between 200 m and 500 m from the international border.” He said these villagers were residents of Thakurgaon district in Bangladesh. Other BSF sources said senior officers were at the site, trying to convince the villagers. The local BGB has been alerted and their help sought.

“The villagers are still there, between 200m and 500m from the international border,” Tyagi said. Senior BSF officers are coordinating with BGB units to manage the situation.
At the Dharadhara Para area of the India-Bangladesh border in Jalpaiguri, over 600 Bangladeshis tried to enter India. There’s no fence here, so the BSF jawans are forming a human wall themselves. The Bangladeshis have gathered at the ‘zero point’, facing the BSF shield. Similar reports have come from Nagar Berubari (Satkura Bazar) in Jalpaiguri, along the international border in Dharadhara Para.

“They are standing barely a few metres from the international border. We have stopped them at zero point. We are taking local help to control the situation,” said a senior BSF official. BSF officials from the Radhabari sector have been asked to prevent all illegal entry in this area.

Sources said that residents of five villages in Bangladesh’s Panchagarh district – Lahiripara, Chirakuti, Bania Para, Balgram and Sundar Para – are seeking refuge in India.
At another border outpost, this one near Jalpaiguri, 600 Bangladeshis, mostly Awami League workers, are refusing to leave the no-man’s land, demanding passage to India, They are refusing to step back into their own country despite the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) calling them back.

On Wednesday, two more AL functionaries, who tried to cross over from the Darshana land port (on the Darshana-Gede border), were stopped by BGB. Later in the day, BGB issued a press note claiming that a total of three persons who tried to cross the border near Darshana and Benapole, were stopped and detained. Indians who had gone to Bangladesh have also started returning to India.

Thakurnagar resident Beauty Das, who had gone to Narail, Bangladesh, to meet her sister hours before Hasina resigned, managed to come out of her sister’s house on Wednesday morning, covering her face with a dupatta, draped like a hijab. “I had no idea of the political turmoil there. When I reached Narail, I saw people trying to break statues of Mujibur Rahman. When I asked what was happening, the auto driver asked me to stay silent. I could sense trouble but did not know what was waiting for me,” she said.
Over the next two days, she saw multiple attempts to destroy a temple near her sister’s house and attacks on neighbours. “We could not sleep for the next two nights and stayed huddled in a room, switching off the lights. On Wednesday, I gathered courage and wrapped a dupatta around my face, hid my passport in a bag and managed to reach the Benapole border,” Das said.

Saraswati Mandal from Bongaon, who visited her daughter in Jessore, shuddered as she recollected witnessing targeted violence against Awami League workers and Hindus. “They looted their homes and set houses on fire,” she said after crossing the Petrapole border on Thursday

Tripura: BSF Intercepts Smuggler with Gold Haul Valued at Rs 36.6 Lakhs

May 19, 2024, 3:24 pm

The Border Security Force (BSF) detained a smuggler to combat cross-border smuggling in Tripura and confiscated four gold bars valued at Rs 36.6 lakhs on Saturday. Acting on precise information from the BSF, troops set up an ambush in the Nischintpur area.

A BSF officer stated, “Ambush party observed the movement of two suspects between the international boundary and the border fence. The movement of suspects was kept under surveillance by BSF troops deployed at the border Observation Post. Suspects moving from the Bangladesh side to the Indian side negotiated the border fence and entered the nearby forest area, but the alert BSF Ambush party successfully apprehended one suspect. However, another suspect managed to escape towards the Indian village Nischintpur, taking advantage of the dense vegetation.” Upon questioning at the scene, the detained individual disclosed his identity as Prashant Rai, aged 36, hailing from Amtali in the West District.

Further, the official said, “Frisking of apprehended person was carried out in the presence of independent witnesses and four numbers of gold biscuits appx weight 466 grams suspected to be gold worth Rs 36.6 lakhs recovered from his possession. The apprehended person accepted his involvement in the trans-border smuggling of gold and revealed that the consignment was handed over to him by one Bangladeshi smuggler, namely Iqbal r/o Brahmanbaria, Bangladesh.”

The BSF mentioned that they are conducting a large-scale search operation in the border region to capture the culprit who fled the scene. Investigations are ongoing.

Punjab: Border Security Force Finds Packet of Suspected Heroin in Amritsar

April 28, 2024, 3:16 pm

Officials stated that the Border Security Force (BSF) discovered a packet of heroin in Amritsar, Punjab, on Sunday. The recovery occurred in a harvested crop field near Rajatal village in the Amritsar district.

As per an official statement, the BSF’s intelligence wing received intelligence on April 28 regarding a suspected packet’s presence in the border region of Amritsar district. BSF personnel promptly mobilized to the location and conducted a thorough search operation in the suspected area. During the search, they uncovered one packet of suspected heroin weighing 440 grams. The suspected heroin was enveloped in yellow adhesive tape, with a small LED light affixed to it, the statement elaborated.

The statement continued to affirm that the vigilant input and prompt action of BSF personnel once again thwarted an attempt to smuggle narcotics from across the border. On April 26, BSF, in collaboration with the Punjab Police, retrieved a drone in the border region of Tarn Taran district.

As per an official BSF statement, “Following intelligence received on April 25, 2024, regarding the presence of a drone in Tarn Taran district’s border area, a joint search operation was conducted by BSF troops along with the Punjab Police in the suspected vicinity.”

Identified as a China-manufactured DJI Matrice 300 RTK, the recovered drone was found in a damaged state during the search operation around 10:15 PM in a farming field near Khemkaran village in Tarn Taran District.

The statement emphasized that through dependable intelligence and coordinated efforts between BSF and Punjab police, yet another unlawful drone was successfully retrieved from across the border.

India, Bangladesh to hold DG-level border talks in Dhaka from today

March 5, 2024, 2:11 pm

India and Bangladesh are set to engage in discussions regarding a wide array of border management issues during the 54th BSF-BGB Director General level border coordination conference scheduled from March 5-9. The Indian delegation, led by Nitin Agrawal, Director General of Border Security Force, will meet with the Bangladesh delegation, headed by Major General Mohammad Ashrafuzzaman Siddiqui, Director General of Border Guard Bangladesh.

The conference will focus on various aspects of border management, including the prevention of border crimes, border infrastructure, joint efforts for implementing the coordinated border management plan (CBMP), river bank protection, and water sharing between the two countries. The talks aim to address a range of cross-border crimes and improve coordination between their security forces and agencies.

The BSF highlighted the significance of the conference, as it faces several challenges while guarding the India-Bangladesh border, which spans 4,096 km and is the fifth-longest land border in the world. The BSF-BGB conference is crucial for both countries to enhance their border security measures and ensure effective management of their shared border.

The Border Security Force (BSF) was established following the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965 to safeguard India’s borders and handle related matters. It is the only Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) in India that specializes in securing land, water, and air boundaries, operating in various geographical terrains to protect the country from external threats.

BSF recovers Pak drone in Punjab’s Tarn Taran

February 28, 2024, 4:01 pm

The Border Security Force (BSF) in Punjab detected the movement of a suspected drone on Wednesday morning in Tarn Taran district, as stated by the BSF. The drone was found during a joint search operation with the Punjab police in a farming field near Kalash Havelian village.

According to the BSF statement, “On the morning of 28th February 2024, vigilant BSF troops intercepted the movement of a suspected drone in the border area of Tarn Taran district.”

The recovered drone was identified as a Quadcopter (Model – DJI Matrice 300 RTK). The statement mentioned, “In a coordinated effort, a comprehensive joint search operation with Punjab Police was conducted in the expected dropping zone and surrounding areas. At about 07:40 am, the search party successfully recovered 1 drone in a farming field adjacent to Kalash Havelian village, Tarn Taran district.”

BSF recovers IED dropped by drone in Kathua district near Indo-Pak border

February 22, 2024, 2:38 pm

The Border Security Force (BSF) announced on Thursday that it had discovered an improvised explosive device (IED) dropped by a drone in Kathua district. According to the BSF statement, troops spotted drone activity in Manihari village during the early hours of the day.

“At approximately 12:45 AM on 22 Feb 2024, vigilant BSF Jammu troops observed drone movement in the depth area of Manihari village, Police Station – Rajbagh, Tehsil – Marheen, Hiranagar area Kathua and engaged the drone with fire,” the statement said. Following the incident, a search of the area led to the recovery of the IED dropped by the drone. The troops remain on high alert, the statement added.

In a similar incident last month, an IED was discovered and neutralized in the Kupwara district of north Kashmir. The device was found near Chowkibal on the Srinagar-Chowkibal highway. The official account of Chinar Corps posted on X, a social media platform, stated, “IED Recovered near Chowkibal on Srinagar – Chowkibal Highway. ChinarWarriors averted a major terror incident today by recovering and in-situ destroying an IED near Chowkibal on the Srinagar – Chowkibal Highway.” The post also emphasized the Indian Army’s commitment to maintaining a terrorism-free environment in Kashmir.

Amit Shah scheduled to chair high-level security review meeting on J-K tomorrow

January 1, 2024, 4:00 pm

According to sources, Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to preside over a high-level security review meeting on Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday in the nation’s capital. The meeting will cover topics such as the security grid and zero terror plan, as well as the state of law and order. The Home Minister will examine how the security grid operates, as well as other security-related issues and development projects in the Union Territory, during the afternoon meeting. The Home Minister is reportedly going to go over the UAPA cases, the law and order situation, the area dominance plan, the zero terror plan, and other security-related matters.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, and Director General of Police RR Swain would be present in the meeting, sources said.
The meeting will also be attended by National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla, Director Intelligence Bureau Tapan Deka, Director Generals of Police of Central Reserve Police Force and the Border Security Force besides concerned officers of the Ministry of Home Affairs and Jammu and Kashmir.
The Centre had notified a New Central Sector Scheme for Industrial Development of Jammu and Kashmir in 2021 with an outlay of Rs 28, 400 crore to boost industrial development. Home Minister may review the development projects of the Union Territory.

BSF Recovers China-Made Drone Near Punjab’s Ferozepur District

December 9, 2023, 11:40 am

The Border Security Force (BSF) discovered a China-made drone near Maboke village in Punjab’s Ferozepur district, as reported by the BSF Punjab Frontier in a press release on Saturday.

According to the official statement, on December 8, 2023, at approximately 10:10 p.m., the BSF intercepted the movement of a suspected drone near Maboke Village. In accordance with established protocols, BSF troops promptly reacted by firing on the drone to intercept it. Subsequently, during a search on the morning of December 9, BSF troops found a small drone along with a hold and release mechanism in a farming field adjacent to Rohilla Hazi village.

The recovered drone is identified as a quadcopter with the model DJI Mavic 3 Classic, manufactured in China.

This incident is part of a recurring problem in Punjab, where attempts are made to smuggle arms or narcotics into Indian territory using drones. The use of drones by cross-border smugglers has posed a significant challenge in the state.

Earlier in the week, the BSF, in collaboration with the Punjab Police, successfully retrieved a Pakistani drone in the Amritsar sector. The drone was found in a farming field near Dhanoe Kalan village in Amritsar. Similar to the recently recovered drone, it was identified as a quadcopter with the model DJI Mavic 3 Classic, also manufactured in China.

These incidents highlight the persistent efforts of smugglers to exploit drone technology for illegal activities across the India-Pakistan border, prompting increased vigilance and countermeasures by security forces to curb such activities.

BSF Discovers China-Made Drone and Suspected Heroin in Punjab

November 15, 2023, 11:11 am

The Border Security Force (BSF) recovered a China-made quadcopter drone along with a packet of suspected heroin in Roranwala Khurd village, Amritsar, on Wednesday.

During an area domination patrol ahead of the border fencing, BSF troops detected a suspicious item in a farming field near Village Roranwala Khurd around 8:00 AM on November 15, 2023. Upon detailed inspection, the recovered drone was identified as a quadcopter (Model DJI Mavic 3 Classic), manufactured in China.

Additionally, BSF troops found a packet containing a narcotic substance suspected to be heroin, weighing approximately 500 grammes and wrapped with yellow adhesive tape, in the same farming field ahead of the border fence.

In an official statement, BSF commended the vigilant troops for thwarting the nefarious designs of smugglers. The successful recovery once again highlights the BSF’s commitment to preventing illegal activities along the border.

This incident underscores the evolving tactics employed by smugglers, utilising advanced technology such as drones for their illegal activities. The BSF remains dedicated to maintaining the security and integrity of the border, employing modern surveillance techniques to counter emerging threats effectively.

BSF chief to review security situation along India-Pakistan International Border

August 14, 2023, 5:00 pm

Border Security Force (BSF) Director General Nitin Agrawal, is on a two-day visit to the Punjab frontier starting Monday to look through the security situation along the India-Pakistan International Border.

Agrawal was briefed on the operations situation of the border guarding force by Punjab Frontier Inspector General Atul Fulzele before he started his visit. It is worth mentioning that the Punjab frontier is a significant point, as the BSF has been posted at the 553 km-long India-Pakistan International Border to prevent infiltration, arms smuggling, and narcotics smuggling and ensure the cross-border apprehension of people.

Director General Nitin Agrawal will also join Independence Day events during his visit to the Punjab frontier as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.

Earlier on Saturday, the BSF chief was in the Kutch district in Gujarat, where Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone for a Mooring Place at Koteshwar for the force and inaugurated the newly constructed Chidiyamod-Biarbet Link Road and OP Tower at BP No. 1164 in Harami Nala area in an important step towards improving border security and infrastructure.

The Mooring Place project, with an outlay of Rs 257 crore, was uncovered as proof of the government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening the capabilities of our border guarding forces. The strategically located Mooring Place, spreading over an area of 60 acres, caters as significant infrastructure for BSF Water Vessels in the Creek region.

This state-of-the-art facility will accelerate maritime security operations in the Creek area and remarkably enhance the availability of resources for BSF personnel deployed in the region.

Gujarat: BSF apprehends Pakistani infiltrator

April 5, 2023, 4:49 pm

According to an official statement, a Pakistani infiltrator was apprehended by Border Security Force personnel on Tuesday at the International Border in Gujarat’s Banaskantha district.

According to the statement, the accused was identified as Daya Ram, a resident of Nagarparkar in Pakistan’s Sindh province.

The statement reads “On April 4, at Nadeshwari in Banaskantha district, alert BSF jawans saw a Pakistani national crossing the barricade on the International Border.

“As soon as he was seen climbing down the barricade gate near the border put post at Nadeshwari, he was apprehended.”

According to police, he is still being interrogated.

Last December, one person was shot dead by the Border Security Force (BSF) while attempting to cross into Indian territory in Rajasthan from Pakistan, according to sources.

The incident occurred in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, near the Harmukh checkpoint in 14 S village.

According to sources, the Pak Rangers then refused to accept the body.

A Pakistani infiltrator was apprehended by Border Security Force personnel along the international border in Jammu’s Arina sector on August 27, according to officials.

Previously, on August 25, a BSF jawan shot and killed a Pakistani intruder who was attempting to smuggle drugs across the International Border in the Samba area of Jammu.