Accra:The Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) conducted five separate operations along the border, leading to the seizure of drugs and an Indian motorcycle. These operations also resulted in the arrest of two individuals, as stated in press releases issued by the BGB today.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, in Moulvibazar's Barlekha, a patrol team from the Latu Border Outpost under 52 BGB apprehended Saidul, aged 22, and confiscated 16 yaba tablets valued at Taka 4,800.
In another operation conducted by 61 BGB in Lalmonirhat's Patgram, authorities recovered an Indian motorcycle and eight yaba tablets, collectively valued at Taka 2,71,400.
In Naogaon's Dhamoirhat, the 14 BGB arrested Jalal Hossain, 34, for possessing 28 Indian tapentadol tablets and a bicycle. Additionally, the battalion seized 18 bottles of Indian Phensedyl and 20 bottles of Fairdil syrup in a separate operation.
The Chhotohariana Battalion (12 BGB) also conducted an operation in Dhunubag Masterpara, seizing 3.5 litres of locally brewed liquor, estimated to be worth Taka 1,050.
The BGB has stated that patrols and special operations will persist to combat drug smuggling, illegal trade, and other cross-border crimes.