Question : CORRUPTION AMONG BSF JAWANS POSTED ALONG INDO BANGLADESH BORDER

(a) whether there is rampant corruption among the BSF Jawans manning the Indo-Bangladesh border in the illegal immigration of Bangladeshis besides smuggling of gold, arms and drugs etc. in connivance with the Jawans of Bangladesh;

(b) if so, whether the Government have made any inquiry into the matter to identify the BSF Jawans engaged in such activities;

(c) if so, the details in this regard;

(d) the action taken by the Government against the Jawans/Civilians found involved therein; and

(e) the steps taken by the Government to deal with the situation?

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (I.D. SWAMI)

(a) to (e): According to available information, there is no rampant corruption among the Border Security Force Jawans manning the Indo-Bangladesh border. Instructions are issued from time to time to maintain strict vigil all along the Indo-Bangladesh border. However, individual cases of involvement of the Border Security Force personnel are reported from time to time. Exemplary disciplinary action is taken as per the BSF Act and Rules.