East Jaintia Hills: On July 18, 2024, following specific intelligence inputs, vigilant troops from the 172nd Battalion of the Border Security Force (BSF) in Meghalaya carried out a meticulously planned operation. Acting on the precise information, these alert troops successfully intercepted a significant consignment of medicines being smuggled across the international border in East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. The seized medicines, valued at over Rs. 3 lakh, were intended to be illicitly transported into Bangladesh.
This operation underscores the BSF’s commitment to safeguarding the nation’s borders and preventing illegal cross-border activities. The troops’ prompt and effective response to the intelligence highlights their readiness and dedication to countering smuggling operations. The seizure of such a substantial quantity of medicines not only disrupts the illegal supply chain but also serves as a testament to the enhanced vigilance and operational efficiency of the BSF personnel stationed in the region. This successful operation is a significant achievement in the ongoing efforts to maintain security and uphold the rule of law along the sensitive and porous international border in Meghalaya.
