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Defence
Two BSF Troops Killed in Malda Border Camp Shooting
✍️ The Financial Express
🗓 24 Jul 2026, 05:18 PM
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A gunman fired at a Border Security Force camp in Malda, West Bengal, killing two personnel before being neutralised.
A shooting incident at a Border Security Force (BSF) camp in Malda, West Bengal, resulted in the deaths of two BSF personnel. The attack was carried out by a colleague who opened fire inside the camp before being stopped by fellow troops.
Security forces responded swiftly, securing the area and conducting a preliminary investigation into the motive and identity of the assailant. The incident has raised concerns about internal security protocols within BSF camps.
Preliminary reports indicate that the gunman was a trained BSF officer, but details about his background and possible grievances remain under investigation. The BSF has pledged a thorough inquiry and promised to review safety measures.
The incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by border security units in maintaining vigilance and addressing internal threats.
Security forces responded swiftly, securing the area and conducting a preliminary investigation into the motive and identity of the assailant. The incident has raised concerns about internal security protocols within BSF camps.
Preliminary reports indicate that the gunman was a trained BSF officer, but details about his background and possible grievances remain under investigation. The BSF has pledged a thorough inquiry and promised to review safety measures.
The incident underscores the ongoing challenges faced by border security units in maintaining vigilance and addressing internal threats.