Indian forces capture Pakistani ranger in Rajasthan, days after BSF constable was held across border

Indian security forces have reportedly captured a Pakistani ranger in Rajasthan state, days after a constable of India’s Border Security Forces (BSF) was held by Pakistani forces after he inadvertently crossed the border while patrolling.

The BSF soldier remains in Pakistani custody for over a week now, sources said Saturday (May 3).

The constable was identified as Purnam Kumar Shaw, who mistakenly crossed the border. According to sources, several rounds of talks have taken place between Indian and Pakistani forces to secure the safe release of Shaw. However, the Pakistani side had refused to release him amid increased tensions following the deadly terrorist attack in India’s Kashmir, which resulted in 26 deaths.

The Pakistani side reportedly gave India the same response over and over again: “We are waiting for directions from the higher-ups".

It’s not uncommon for soldiers or civilians to accidentally cross the border, and these situations are usually resolved through established military protocols. Typically, the individuals involved are returned to their respective countries after formal discussions between military officers.

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The wife of the constable, Rajani, travelled from her home in Rishra, West Bengal, to Pathankot on Monday to find out about her husband’s well-being. Officials from the BSF assured her that the force was making every effort to ensure his safe return. Following this assurance, she flew back to Kolkata from Amritsar. The BSF facilitated her travel from Firozpur to Amritsar.