The Border Security Force (BSF) has sealed all possible escape routes along the India–Bangladesh border in Meghalaya as part of an intensified manhunt for armed infiltrators who recently carried out a violent cross-border attack in South West Khasi Hills district. The ongoing operation, launched in the Majersora–Hathinala forest belt, is being conducted jointly by BSF troops, Meghalaya Police, and Village Defence Parties. Specialised units, including the K-9 dog squad, have been deployed to track the suspects through the dense border terrain. According to BSF officials, the incident occurred on August 8 when at least eight armed men from Bangladesh crossed into the Bagli sector and stormed Rongdangai village. The intruders allegedly stabbed and injured a civilian, vandalised homes, and attempted to abduct a resident before fleeing back towards the border.
From August 9 to 11, coordinated action led to the arrest of four suspects. Security personnel recovered a Bangladesh Police identity card, wireless communication sets, wire cutters, Indian and Bangladeshi currency, a suspected explosive device, and handcuffs. Two more suspects were apprehended later, bringing the total number of arrests to six. One detainee, identified as Akram, was caught by villagers but succumbed to injuries sustained during his capture. On August 12, the joint forces recovered an intact suspected country-made explosive while continuing to comb the area. The search is still underway for the remaining armed infiltrators believed to be hiding in the forested border zone.
Inspector General of BSF Meghalaya Frontier, O.P. Upadhyay, who is overseeing the operation on the ground, praised the coordinated efforts of security forces and the vigilance of villagers. “Our commitment to securing India’s borders remains uncompromising. The courage and cooperation shown by the police, BSF personnel, and local residents have been commendable,” he said.