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Updated 20:16 IST, January 18th 2025

India-Bangladesh Farmers Clash At Indo-Bangla Border Near Bengal's Malda, BSF Intervenes

Clashes erupted between India and Bangladesh farmers near a BSF outpost in West Bengal's Malda following which the Border Security Force had to intervene.

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BSF takes action against Bangladeshi infiltrators amid farmers clash at border in Bengal's Malda | Image: Republic Media Network

Malda: The Border Security Force (BSF) on Saturday chased illegal Bangladeshis at the Indo-Bangladesh border near West Bengal's Malda which resulted into a clash between farmers from both the sides. The tensions erupted near a BSF border outpost, the paramilitary force said.

However, prompt intervention by the Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) ensured that the situation was swiftly brought under control, a BSF statement said.

According to the BSF, the incident occurred around 11:45 am when Indian farmers working near the international border accused Bangladeshi farmers of stealing crops.

The verbal argument quickly spiraled, with farmers from both sides gathering in large numbers, hurling abuses, and pelting stones at one another.

BSF issues statement on farmers clash 

In a statement, the BSF said, “The situation was immediately brought under control following timely intervention by BSF and BGB personnel. Farmers from both sides were dispersed and sent back to their respective territories. There have been no reports of injuries in the incident.”

The BSF further emphasised the importance of avoiding such disputes and advised Indian farmers to report any farming-related issues along the border directly to BSF personnel.

"We have requested Indian farmers to maintain calm and refrain from getting involved in border disputes. Necessary measures will be taken in case of any grievances," the statement added.

The BGB also played a crucial role in managing the situation on their side of the border.

By late afternoon, some Bangladeshi nationals were seen within 50-75 metres of the international boundary, but they were reportedly dissuaded by BGB personnel, preventing further escalation.

The BSF and BGB unit commandants in the region are working to enhance coordination to avoid similar incidents in the future.

With inputs from PTI

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Published 20:16 IST, January 18th 2025