Nine Detained at New Bongaigaon Station Over Alleged Illegal Bangladesh Origin

Nine people were detained at New Bongaigaon railway station in Assam on suspicion of being illegal Bangladeshi nationals. The arrests followed biometric verification by station security personnel, who reported the suspects to Assam Police. The suspects are being processed under the Foreigners Act and are currently held in custody pending further investigation. Assam Police said the incident is part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal immigration from Bangladesh and that all legal procedures will be followed.