Several Bangladeshi nationals have alleged that Indian authorities tortured them prior to pushing them across the border.

At least 109 people were pushed into Bangladesh from India through various border points in eight districts between Wednesday night and yesterday, according to Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).

These push-in operations are political signals—of frustration and control.

Bangladesh has called on India to immediately stop the recent push-in of people across the border, warning that such actions pose risks to security and undermine mutual understanding.

Says Coast Guard