(District-Malda)
On 12th October’ 2022 at 2315 hrs, acting on the basis of reliable information the vigilant troops of the Border Out Post Mahadipur, 70 Battalion, under the South Bengal Frontier, seized 329 bottles of Phensedyl on the Border. The estimated value of the seized Phensedyl is 65,569/- rupees.
Acting on accurate information, the troops cordoned off the area and started encircling the smugglers. Seeing the smugglers coming towards them, they fled taking advantage of the dense bushes and darkness. On a thorough search of the area, 02 bags were recovered in which a total of 329 bottles of Phensedyl were found.
The confiscated goods were handed over to Custom Office Malda for further legal action.
The Commanding Officer of the 70 Battalion stated that the Border Security Force is taking strict measures to check smuggling along the Indo-Bangladesh Border. Due to which people indulged in smuggling are experiencing a lot of difficulties and some of them are getting apprehended. The officer stated in strong words that the Border Security Force will not allow smuggling under any circumstances.
