By According to the state Home Department, police have arrested 10 of the 19 people named in the FIR registered in connection with the Ashabari attack. The Chief Minister also directed officials to strengthen security arrangements and improve coordination among agencies to prevent similar incidents.
Senior Security Officials Attend Review Meeting
The meeting was held at the TIFT Conference Hall and brought together senior representatives of the state administration and security forces. Those present included the Chief Secretary, Home Secretary, Director General of Police (DGP), Inspector General of the BSF, and senior officials from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Assam Rifles.
Officials briefed the Chief Minister on the investigation’s progress and the action taken by Tripura Police so far. The meeting also reviewed the security situation in the affected areas and discussed steps to maintain law and order.
CM Calls for Strict Action Against Those Involved
Dr Manik Saha instructed the authorities to take the strongest possible legal action against individuals involved in cross-border smuggling and the attack on BSF personnel.
He made it clear that the state government considers the incident extremely serious and that attacks on security forces will not be tolerated under any circumstances. The directions underline the government’s focus on dealing firmly with activities that threaten security and public order.
Security Coordination to Be Strengthened
The meeting also highlighted the importance of closer coordination between the state administration, Tripura Police and the BSF. Officials discussed measures to improve surveillance, strengthen security deployment and carry out coordinated operations in sensitive locations.
Enhanced vigilance is being maintained, particularly in and around the affected areas, to prevent further incidents and ensure the safety of security personnel.
The details of the meeting and the arrests were shared by the Tripura Home Department.
