Two Bangladeshi nationals were apprehended at Paltan Bazar Railway Station in Guwahati on Saturday during a police operation. The Guwahati Police Commissionerate’s Operations team acted on a tip-off and detained the two individuals. Police said they had entered India illegally and were trying to travel to West Bengal for employment. Officers also recovered fake Aadhaar cards and Bangladeshi currency from their possession. Authorities have started legal proceedings under the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950.
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Key Facts
- Location: Paltan Bazar Railway Station, Guwahati, Assam
- Persons detained: Two Bangladeshi nationals
- Operation: Guwahati Police Commissionerate Operations team
- Action date: Saturday
- Recovered: Fake Aadhaar cards and Bangladeshi currency
- Reported route: Bangladesh → Meghalaya → Assam
- Intended destination: West Bengal
- Legal action: Proceedings under the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950
Police Conduct Operation in Guwahati
The Guwahati Police Commissionerate’s Operations team conducted the operation at Paltan Bazar Railway Station after receiving information about the two individuals.
Police detained them and questioned them about their identity and movements.
According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations) Kulendra Nath Deka, the individuals admitted during interrogation that they had crossed into India through Meghalaya.
Police Recover Fake Aadhaar Cards
During the operation, police recovered fake Aadhaar cards from the two individuals.
Officers also found Bangladeshi currency notes in their possession. Police are examining the documents and other materials recovered during the operation.
The recovery has led authorities to initiate further legal proceedings.
Individuals Were Travelling Towards West Bengal
According to police, the two Bangladeshi nationals were attempting to travel to West Bengal.
During questioning, they reportedly told investigators that they intended to travel there in search of employment.
Police are now examining their entry into India and their travel plans as part of the ongoing proceedings.
Legal Proceedings Underway
Authorities said proceedings under the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950 will be initiated to facilitate their expulsion from India.
Further legal action remains underway as police complete the necessary procedures.
Officials are also expected to examine the circumstances surrounding their entry and travel within the country.
What Happened at Paltan Bazar Railway Station?
Guwahati Police detained two Bangladeshi nationals at Paltan Bazar Railway Station during an operation based on a tip-off.
What Did Police Recover?
Police recovered fake Aadhaar cards and Bangladeshi currency notes from the individuals.
Where Did They Enter India?
According to DCP (Operations) Kulendra Nath Deka, the two individuals said they crossed the border through Meghalaya.
Where Were They Travelling?
Police said the individuals were attempting to travel to West Bengal in search of employment.
What Legal Action Will Follow?
Authorities said they will initiate proceedings under the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950, for their expulsion from India.
Northeast India Context
Guwahati serves as a major railway and transport hub for Northeast India. Its railway connections link Assam with several northeastern states and other parts of the country, making security checks at major transit points an important part of border and railway policing.
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