Overview
- On June 4, BSF jawan Shri Ganesh was seized by Bangladeshi nationals near the West Bengal frontier while thwarting a suspected infiltration attempt
- A viral video showed him tied to a banana tree in Chapai Nawabganj before locals handed him over to Border Guard Bangladesh
- A flag meeting between BSF and BGB secured his handover to Indian authorities about four hours after his capture
- BSF officials confirmed Shri Ganesh sustained no injuries and has rejoined his 71st Battalion in Malda
- The force has opened an inquiry into the incident and is reviewing its border security protocols to prevent future breaches