"Wish Constable Purnam well," say TMC as he is repartiated to India after cessation of hositilities

Shaw, who had been under the custody of the Pakistani rangers since April 23 after he mistakenly crossed the border, was repatriated by the Pakistani government at 10:30 am on Wednesday.

"Home at last. After days of anxiety and uncertainty, BSF Jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw has finally been repatriated. Mamata Banerjee personally reached out to his wife multiple times, offering reassurance and support during the ordeal. We wish Purnam a full recovery from the trauma he endured and hope he finds peace in the embrace of his loved ones", the statement from AITC said.

The Border Security Force released a statement and informed about the repatriation of PK Shaw.

"Today at 1030 hrs Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw has been taken back from Pakistan by BSF at Attari - Wagha border. Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw had inadvertently crossed over to Pakistan territory, while on operational duty in area of Ferozepur sector on 23rd April 2025 around 1150 hrs and detained by Pak Rangers. With the consistent efforts of BSF through regular flag meetings with Pakistan Rangers and through other communication channels, the repatriation of BSF Constable has become possible", the statement read.

Earlier on May 5, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had expressed her concern for the BSF Constable from Hooghly who was detained by Pakistan Rangers. She said that Trinamool Congress leader Kalyan Banerjee is in touch with the family members.

Mamata Banerjee said, "This is extremely sad situation. His name is Sahu. Our party's Kalyan Banerjee is in touch with the family members. I want that he should be rescued as soon as possible. We have clearly said that our party is with the government on the issues of internal and external security. We are not doing divide and rule here."

Pakistan Rangers detained the BSF trooper on April 23 after he inadvertently crossed the International Border near Punjab's Firozpur. According to initial reports, the trooper unintentionally stepped into Pakistani territory. The BSF had issued a strict advisory to its soldiers to be alert and vigilant during border patrol. (ANI)