BSF jawan shot at India–Bangladesh border in North Tripura, security tightened

Amid the prevailing instability in Bangladesh and heightened tension along the international border, a Border Security Force (BSF) jawan was shot while on duty at the India–Bangladesh border in Tripura on Monday.

The injured jawan has been identified as Bipin Kumar (35), a member of the 97th Battalion of the BSF. The incident took place in the Maheshpur border area under the Dharmanagar subdivision of North Tripura district. Following the firing, fellow personnel immediately rescued him and shifted him to a nearby hospital, where he is currently undergoing medical treatment.

In response to the incident, security has been further tightened along the India–Bangladesh international border in the region. Senior officials have launched an investigation to ascertain the exact cause and circumstances surrounding the firing.

The incident comes at a time when visa services between India and Bangladesh remain suspended, and tensions along the border have been rising due to the deteriorating internal situation in Bangladesh. Authorities are closely monitoring developments along the frontier to prevent any escalation.

Officials have also expressed concern over the involvement of Bangladesh in recent violent activities. Allegations have been raised that elements hostile to India are being given shelter across the border. Meanwhile, reports of attacks on minority Hindu communities in Bangladesh have continued to draw attention, with incidents of intimidation and violence reportedly becoming frequent.

The BSF remains on high alert to ensure the safety of personnel and to maintain peace and security along the sensitive international boundary.

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