An injured farmer who was allegedly abducted by Bangladeshi miscreants from the Katigorah border area in Assam’s Cachar district has finally been rescued and brought back to India, triggering fresh tension along the international border.
The farmer, identified as Ranjit Das (60), a resident of Rajtilak village under the Katigorah Assembly constituency, had gone out to cut grass near his home on Tuesday morning but did not return.
According to family members and local residents, Das was allegedly taken across the border by Bangladeshi miscreants. Following his disappearance, villagers launched a search operation and raised concerns over his safety.
The incident created panic among residents in the border belt, with locals alleging that the abduction took place despite the presence of border fencing and security arrangements.
Following the reports, police personnel from Katigorah police station, along with senior administrative officials and local representatives, reached the area and took steps to control the situation.
Das was later rescued from the border area in an injured condition. He was initially taken to a local health centre for treatment and was later shifted for further medical care.
Cachar MLA Kamalakhya Dey Purkayastha visited the area and spoke with the family members of the rescued farmer. He expressed concern over the incident and said that Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had been informed about the matter and assured necessary action.
Minister Kaushik Rai also took updates on the situation and directed officials to closely monitor developments.
The incident has raised concerns over security arrangements along the Assam-Bangladesh border. Local residents have demanded strict action against those involved and urged authorities to strengthen surveillance in vulnerable border areas.
Security has been intensified in the region, and police have started an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities have assured that appropriate action will be taken based on the findings of the probe.