Six Bangladeshis Arrested in Meghalaya’s South West Garo Hills, Border Vigil Tightened

Earlier this week, police in South West Garo Hills arrested six individuals from Bangladesh suspected of illegal entry, prompting authorities to intensify border surveillance in the region.\n\nThe district, which shares a porous boundary with Bangladesh, has seen a rise in cross‑border movement in recent months.\n\nIn response, the Meghalaya Police have deployed additional patrol units and installed surveillance equipment along key checkpoints.\n\nLocal residents report increased security presence and express relief that the arrests were made swiftly.