Cooch Behar: Tensions have once again flared up at the India-Bangladesh international border in West Bengal's Cooch Behar. On Monday, Bangladeshi miscreants were accused of assaulting Indian farmers at the Dinhata Notafela border and attempting to abduct an Indian farmer. Additionally, reports claim that Indian farmers' land was looted, and agricultural pumps were set on fire.
Minister Criticises BSF Inaction
State Minister Udayan Guha alleged that despite repeated incidents at the international border, the BSF has taken no action. He voiced his concerns on social media, prompting an administrative response.
Following his post, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Vidhu Shekhar visited the Notafela area in Nazirhat 2 Gram Panchayat, Dinhata Block 2. He held discussions with villagers, local representatives, and BSF officials. Community Development Officer Nitish Tamang and Sub-Divisional Police Officer Dhiman Mitra were also present.
Border Intrusion and Violence
According to allegations, several Bangladeshi miscreants recently infiltrated Indian territory, looting sacks of potatoes from farmland. When Indian farmers protested, the miscreants returned, setting fire to irrigation pumps, assaulting farmers and attempting to abduct Kandura Barman, a local farmer.
However, due to collective resistance from villagers, the intruders were forced to flee through the cornfields.
Dinhata SDPO Dhiman Mitra stated, "A meeting was held with the BSF, which also engaged with the Border Security Force of Bangladesh. A list of miscreants has been handed over."
BDO Nitish Tamang added, "We visited the area, heard local grievances, and necessary action will be taken."
