Shillong, January 13, 2026: The District Magistrate, Eastern West Khasi Hills District, Mairang has under Section 163 BNSS, 2023 issued a Prohibitory Order prohibiting the transportation, storage, sale or distribution of fish illegally imported from Bangladesh without valid legal documents, using of any vehicle, vessel, boat, or assisting, harbouring, or facilitating individuals or groups involved in such illegal activities.
This Order has been issued in view of reports received that illegal transportation of migrants and fish from Bangladesh is taking place through various various border routes, riverine channels, roads, and market points within the state, and such illegal items may enter the district through various channels; and can pose a threat to national security, public order, public health, and economic interests, and there is sufficient ground for immediate prevention.
Any violators shall be prosecuted under the relevant Sections of the Law as per under Section 223 BNSS Act, 2023 and other Provision of law including BNS, Custom Act, Foreign Act, Passport Act etc.
