National Times Bureau :- In a major operation along the India-Pakistan border, the Border Security Force (BSF) apprehended a suspicious individual near the Sutlej River in Ferozepur district. Officials suspect the man may have links across the border, potentially involving drug or arms smuggling networks.
Operation Near Hazara Village
According to sources, BSF received intelligence inputs indicating possible cross-border movement in the area. Acting on the tip-off, troops laid an ambush near Hazara village along the Sutlej. During the surveillance, unusual activity was noticed, leading to the arrest of the suspect.
Interrogation Underway
The identity of the arrested individual has not yet been disclosed. Security agencies are interrogating him to determine his connections and role in the cross-border network. Initial suspicion suggests his involvement in narcotics or weapons trafficking.
Heightened Vigil on Punjab Border
Given repeated attempts of smuggling across the Punjab frontier, BSF has intensified vigilance along the international border. Officials emphasized that strict monitoring and proactive operations will continue to counter such threats.