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BSF Constable Purnam Shaw Details Mental Ordeal in Pakistan Custody as Debriefing Continues

Shaw, repatriated on May 14 after 21 days of detention, remains under medical and agency evaluation before reuniting with his family.

BSF jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw, who had been in the custody of Pakistan Rangers since April 23, 2025, was handed over to Indian authorities at the Attari-Wagah border, in Amritsar.

Overview

  • Purnam Kumar Shaw, a BSF constable, inadvertently crossed the India-Pakistan border on April 23 while on duty in Punjab's Ferozepur sector.
  • Detained for 21 days, Shaw faced mental harassment, including sleep deprivation, nightly interrogations, and being blindfolded during questioning.
  • He was released on May 14 at the Attari-Wagah border after a series of diplomatic and military negotiations, including a ceasefire accord on May 10.
  • Shaw is currently undergoing medical evaluations and debriefing by BSF and central agencies, with no physical injuries reported but signs of mental strain noted.
  • Family members, including his wife Rajani, await his return home, expressing pride in his service and gratitude for the efforts that secured his release.