By Our Reporter
Shillong, Dec 30: The vigilant troops of BSF Meghalaya successfully thwarted cattle smuggling attempts by rescuing cattle heads (buffaloes) from the international border of Meghalaya, on Saturday.
The cattle were being smuggled to Bangladesh through the bordering area of West Jaintia and East Khasi Hills districts.
Acting on specific information, the BSF party conducted a special operation near the international border.
During the operation, the party managed to seize 47 cattle, which were concealed in a jungle area near the international border with the intention of smuggling into Bangladesh.
The seized cattle were handed over to the concerned police station for further necessary action.