The Border Security Force (BSF) seized 29000 kgs of sugar worth Rs 11 lakhs meant for smuggling to Bangladesh through the international border in West Jaiñtia Hills district.
The seizure was made yesterday from seven country made engine fitted boats. The BSF said the sugar was loaded in these boats in Harai River near the Jaliakhola border outpost.
However, on being challenged by BSF, the Bangladeshi miscreants jumped into the river and swam across to Bangladesh, abandoning their boats in the river, the BSF added.
The seized items were handed over to custom office Dawki for further action.
