On May 19, 2024, an incident was reported about allegations of outraging the modesty of a woman during her morning walk by a BSF jawan in the Uluberia constituency. This incident has been reported by various newspapers and news channels. In this regard, it is stated that BSF has set up an inquiry to investigate the matter and strict action will be taken against the culprit.
It is once again emphasized that BSF is a professional force and does not tolerate any act of indiscipline by its personnel. BSF has been performing election duties with utmost seriousness and any misconduct by the troops is taken very seriously.
In the alleged incident of outraging the modesty of a woman, BSF acted promptly and the accused constable was taken off from election duties and placed under suspension. BSF takes the matter of indiscipline with utmost seriousness and urgency. An inquiry has been ordered and if found guilty, the constable will face severe punishment.
Amerish K Arya, DIG and Public Relations Officer of BSF, South Bengal Frontier shared this with media.