Kolkata Police have apprehended two individuals from Bangladesh for entering and residing in India illegally, with one suspect obtaining counterfeit Indian identity papers. The separate arrests highlight ongoing concerns about illegal infiltration across the eastern border.
Student Arrested with Alleged Political Links
In the first case, a Bangladeshi student identified as Biswajit Sil was taken into custody last week. Officers from the Regent Park police station made the arrest before transferring him to the Special Branch for further investigation. Although some sources suggested Sil had connections with Bangladesh's ruling Awami League, police officials stated his arrest was solely based on the act of illegally crossing into India.
Authorities revealed that Sil entered Indian territory through the state of Meghalaya. He subsequently traveled to West Bengal and managed to establish a life there by procuring fake Indian documents. A formal case has been registered at the Bhowanipore Police Station. Sources also indicated his involvement with a student organization in India.
Second Arrest in Narayanpur for Repeated Border Crossings
In a separate incident, the Narayanpur police arrested another Bangladeshi national on Sunday. The arrest followed a complaint filed in November. The individual, named Dipak Mondal, hails from Satkhira in Bangladesh.
Investigations uncovered that Mondal had been living in the Narayanpur area. Shockingly, it is alleged that he crossed the border six times within a span of four years, indicating a pattern of repeated illegal movement between the two countries.
Legal Proceedings and Security Implications
Both cases underscore the persistent challenges faced by Indian security agencies in monitoring porous border regions. The use of forged documents by one of the accused points to organized networks facilitating such illegal stays. Police are now delving deeper into the methods used to obtain the fake papers and any potential local assistance.
The arrests have reignited discussions on border security protocols and the need for enhanced vigilance. The individuals will face legal proceedings under relevant Indian laws for illegal entry and document forgery.
