India
28 Bangladeshi Nationals Detained and Expelled by Assam Police
By PTI
Police in Assam's Sribhumi district detained and expelled 28 Bangladeshi nationals who were allegedly residing illegally in the state, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Saturday, November 7, 2026. In a post on X, Mr. Sarma said the state government would continue its campaign against infiltration and would not compromise on Assam's security and identity. "Assam's patience with infiltration is over. Twenty‑eight illegal migrants detected by Sribhumi Police were expelled. We will continue this mission with unwavering determination. No compromise on our borders. No compromise on the security and identity of Assam," he added. Assam operates an integrated checkpost in Sribhumi and a land customs station at Mankachar. Mr. Sarma has previously stated that the state government is committed to an infiltration‑free Assam. The Border Security Force has heightened its vigilance along the 1,885 km Indo‑Bangladesh border in the Northeast since the 2024 disturbances in Bangladesh, and Assam Police has maintained a high alert along the international border to prevent illegal entry.
Frequently asked questions
How many Bangladeshi nationals were detained by Assam Police?
28 Bangladeshi nationals were detained and expelled by Assam Police.
Where did the detentions take place?
The detentions took place in Assam's Sribhumi district.
What measures has Assam taken to prevent illegal entry?
Assam operates an integrated checkpost in Sribhumi and a land customs station at Mankachar, and the Border Security Force has heightened vigilance along the 1,885 km Indo-Bangladesh border.