Enhanced Vigilance to Combat Illegal Infiltration and Human Trafficking from Bangladesh: CM Saha
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Synopsis
Tripura's CM Manik Saha announced measures against illegal infiltration from Bangladesh, with round-the-clock vigilance by BSF and state forces. He reported 742 cases under relevant laws and emphasized upcoming strict actions against infiltrators and traffickers.
Key Takeaways
- Vigilance against illegal infiltration heightened
- 742 cases recorded under specific laws
- Joint patrols by BSF and state forces
- Establishment of Anti-Human Trafficking units
- Awareness campaigns against trafficking
Agartala, April 1 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Tripura, Manik Saha, announced on Tuesday that the state government has implemented a range of measures to combat illegal infiltration from Bangladesh. Both the BSF and state forces are maintaining a constant watch around the clock.
In a statement to the state assembly, the Chief Minister revealed that a total of 742 cases have been filed under the Indian Passports Act and the Foreigners Act over the last three years.
While responding to a query from MLA Ranjit Debbarma, he mentioned that joint patrols by the BSF and state forces are ongoing in the unprotected zones along the international border, with intelligence-led raids being executed.
To tackle human trafficking, district-level Anti-Human Trafficking units have been established, he noted.
Saha, who also oversees the Home portfolio, stated that actions against illegal infiltrators are currently taken under two laws: the Indian Passports Act and the Foreigners Act.
According to his report, there were 112 cases in 2022, 303 in 2023, and 327 in 2024.
The Chief Minister emphasized that in 2024, rigorous measures will be enforced against illegal infiltrators and criminals in border regions, utilizing various criminal statutes.
Based on information from confidential sources, operations are conducted against human traffickers and agents involved in the trafficking of individuals from Bangladesh to India, with legal actions taken against them under specific provisions of the law.
He also shared that the Government Railway Police is actively monitoring railway stations and platforms.
“Additionally, routine checks are performed on vehicles near railway stations, and inspections are carried out in communities close to railway lines. The state police regularly hold 'Prayas' meetings to raise awareness against human trafficking in border regions,” he added.
In response to MLA Ranjit Debbarma’s mention of the approval of the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha on March 27, the Chief Minister expressed that once the bill is enacted, illegal infiltration will be managed more stringently and effectively.
