New Delhi: A shocking incident has been reported from Tripura, where a group of smugglers launched a major attack on Border Security Force (BSF) personnel near the international border. Three BSF soldiers were injured in the assault. The attackers also attempted to snatch weapons from the personnel and vandalised a government vehicle by pelting it with stones.
Following the incident, tension has gripped the area. Administrative teams arrived at the scene immediately upon receiving the information. A search for the attackers is currently underway, and police have been deployed across the area, keeping a close watch on all movement. According to reports, the attack was carried out by a group of smugglers.
The assailants beat the soldiers brutally.
The incident occurred on Monday morning in the Ashabari area of Boxanagar. Reports indicate that a group of alleged smugglers launched a major assault on BSF personnel in this area. The attackers swarmed the soldiers, beat them severely, and attempted to seize their weapons. They also targeted a government vehicle, causing damage to it. Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has condemned the attack. This marks the first such instance of brutality against security personnel in Tripura. A search for the perpetrators is ongoing.
Chief Minister calls for strict action.
Chief Minister Manik Saha has strongly condemned the attack. In a post on the social media platform ‘X’, he expressed his anguish and termed the incident “unacceptable.” The Chief Minister stated that such violence against security personnel cannot be tolerated under any circumstances, emphasising that an attack on security forces is a matter of grave concern. He asserted that strict legal action must be taken in such cases.
Chief Minister Manik Saha has also directed the concerned authorities to take swift and stringent action against those responsible for the attack. He further stated that justice must be ensured by bringing the accused within the ambit of the law. In his statement, the Chief Minister emphasised that personnel deployed for the nation’s security deserve both respect and protection; ensuring their safety and dignity is the primary responsibility of the administration.
Attacks on security personnel are a cause for concern.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha addressed the incident in a post, stating, “I strongly condemn the barbaric attack carried out by a group of miscreants on our brave BSF personnel in Ashabari. Such violence against our security forces is entirely unacceptable and must be unequivocally condemned.” He added that any attack on security personnel is a matter of serious concern and must be dealt with strictly, in accordance with the law.
The Chief Minister has directed the concerned authorities to take immediate and stringent action against the perpetrators to ensure they are brought to justice. At present, detailed information regarding the condition of the three BSF personnel injured in the incident, the extent to which the attackers succeeded in their attempt to seize weapons, and the specific actions taken against the accused has not yet been disclosed.
