SOURCE: AFI
A top Border Security Force (BSF) official has categorically denied reports that Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) personnel entered Indian territory in Assam to obstruct the construction of a temple.
The incident, which allegedly occurred on Thursday afternoon, sparked tensions between the two neighboring countries. Reports suggested that BGB troops crossed the international border near the Jakiganj point in Sylhet division and attempted to halt the repair work at the temple.
However, the BSF official clarified that no such intrusion took place. The officer emphasized that the BGB would not dare to commit such a serious breach of international border protocols.
The BSF official further explained that the misunderstanding arose due to a temporary construction screen erected near the border. The BGB CO had expressed concerns about the screen’s proximity to the International Border. Upon verification, the BSF assured the BGB that the screen was only a temporary measure for ongoing temple repair work.
Once the screen was removed, the BGB CO acknowledged that there was no ongoing defense construction activity.