Shillong, Jan 20: The Police of West Jaintia Hills District has arrested 18 Bangladeshi nationals, 2 Indian touts, 5 drivers were apprehended and 5 vehicles from Demthring village under Amlarem Civil Sub Division.
The police today 20thJanuary 2026, at around 3:00 AM, the West Jaintia Hills Police Special Team accompanied by the Headman and Village Defence Parties (VDPs) of Demthring village, apprehended four Bangladeshi nationals along with one vehicle bearing registration number ML-04D/7339, driven by Shri.Vishal Dkhar of Dawki.
The vehicle was chased in a hot pursuit from Lad Demthring and intercepted near Sanmala Guest House, Amlarem. During the operation, two Indian touts; Shri.Meban Dkhar and his associate Miss.Melari Rasmut were also detained from Lad Demthring along with their vehicle bearing registration number ML-04D/4739.
Upon enquiry, Shri.Meban Dkhar revealed that three more vehicles carrying Bangladeshi nationals were enroute from Jowai towards Dawki. Acting swiftly on this information; Naka checking was placed at Amlarem market area.
At around 3:45 AM, three vehicles were intercepted at Amlarem, ML-05AD/6424, driven by Shri.Blessing Pamthied of Jarain village. ML-04D/4993, driven by Shri.Twel Rongngi of Shkentalang village and ML-04E/0640, driven by Shri.Rimi Lyngdoh of Shkentalang village.
These vehicles were found ferrying 14 Bangladeshi nationals. As a result of the operation the police has asserted 18 Bangladeshi nationals, 2 Indian touts, 5 drivers were apprehended and 5 vehicles were seized.
A case has been registered in connection with the incident and all individuals involved have been taken into custody for further legal action under the provisions of the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025.
West Jaintia Hills Police reiterate its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the borders and preventing illegal infiltration. Vigilant enforcement efforts, combined with community cooperation, continue to play a crucial role in maintaining peace and security in the region.
