US EditionBSF Jawan Abducted by Bangladeshi Nationals in West Bengal's Murshidabad, Released Later
- A BSF jawan was abducted in early hours on June 4, 2025, near Chandni Chowk in Murshidabad district, West Bengal.
- The abduction occurred when the jawan tried to prevent an infiltration attempt from Bangladesh's Chapai Nawabganj district near Kathalia village.
- The jawan was held captive for several hours and tied to a banana tree, as shown in a viral video of unverified authenticity.
- He was released within a few hours after the Border Guard Bangladesh intervened and handed him over to Indian authorities at a flag meeting.
- Investigations are underway to clarify the incident circumstances, while the BSF reviews security protocols without having issued an official statement yet.
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Cross-Border Tensions: BSF Soldier's Abduction Sparks Controversy
A BSF trooper was abducted by Bangladeshi nationals and taken across the border in West Bengal's Murshidabad district. After being held for a few hours, he was released following negotiations with the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB). Investigations are ongoing to ascertain the incident's details.
BSF jawan trying to foil infiltration gets 'kidnapped' by Bangladeshi nationals, released hours later
The jawan was attempting to prevent an infiltration bid from the Bangladesh side near Kathalia village, when he was captured by miscreants from Chapai Nawabganj district of Bangladesh, according to BSF sources
BSF jawan abducted by Bangladeshi nationals in West Bengal's Murshidabad, released later
A BSF trooper was allegedly abducted by Bangladeshi nationals in West Bengal's Murshidabad district but was released a few hours later after intervention with the Border Guard Bangladesh. The trooper is reported to be safe and well.
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