Kolkata, July 24: A tragic shooting incident occurred at a Border Security Force (BSF) camp in Baishnabnagar, Malda district, on Thursday. A soldier opened fire indiscriminately, resulting in the deaths of two fellow personnel. The accused has since been arrested.
According to BSF sources, two soldiers lost their lives, and another was critically injured. Reports indicate that the shooter had previously faced allegations of firing at his colleagues a year ago and had been punished under BSF regulations. His sentence had recently concluded, leading to this latest incident.
The headquarters for the 119th and 71st battalions of the BSF is located in Malda. On Thursday afternoon, Shivam Mishra, a resident of Chhattisgarh, allegedly opened fire on his comrades.
The deceased have been identified as 51-year-old Ajay Kumar Singh from the Manjhi area of Chapra district in Bihar, and 37-year-old Ambadar Suresh Dargu from Gadchiroli, Maharashtra. The injured soldier, 44-year-old Vikas Brahma from Mohanda village in Hooghly district, West Bengal, is currently receiving treatment at Malda Medical College and Hospital. All three were part of the 71st battalion of the BSF.
Officials from the Baishnabnagar police station have initiated an investigation into the incident. District Superintendent of Police Anupam Singh confirmed that the matter is under scrutiny. DIG Surendra Kumar Jha of the BSF Malda sector also stated that an investigation has commenced.
Reports suggest that preparations were underway to send the accused home following the completion of his sentence just days before this incident, causing a stir in the Baishnabnagar area.
–
Leave a Comment