In response to the request of the Indian High Commission, the BGB, through close diplomatic communication and under the guidance of the Ministry of Home Affairs, has handed over the much-discussed pregnant Indian woman Sonali Khatun, a victim of inhuman push-in, to the BSF, keeping in mind the humanitarian risks and violations of international human rights caused by push-in on pregnant women and children.
On Friday (December 05, 2025) at 07.30 pm, the pregnant Indian woman Sonali Khatun and her 08-year-old son Md. Sabbir Sheikh, a victim of push-in, were handed over to the BSF in a healthy and safe condition through a formal flag meeting at the Sonamajid ICP in Chapainawabganj. At that time, Lt. Col. Golam Kibria, Commander of Mahananda Battalion, was present.
After the handover, the Mahananda Battalion Commander told reporters that this inhumane push-in activity of the BSF is a clear violation of international human rights standards and bilateral border management agreements. This push-in activity has been creating a humanitarian crisis in the border areas for a long time and is being identified as an obstacle in the way of harmonious border management of both countries.
He also said that in contrast to the inhumane push-in behavior of the BSF, the Bangladesh government, the Ministry of Home Affairs and the BGB have completed the entire process in a completely transparent, safe and dignified manner by showing deep respect for human values, international law and neighborly relations. Especially considering the protection and medical risks to pregnant women and children, this activity of the BGB has set a unique example of justice, humanity and responsibility. The BGB hopes that the BSF will stop such inhumane and internationally illegal activities including push-in and maintain harmonious, humane and legal processes at the border in the future.
