BSF Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw returned to India on Wednesday after spending 21 days in Pakistani custody.
Shaw inadvertently crossed the operation of Pakistan on 23 April 2025 in the Ferozepur region, and was detained by Pakistan Rangers.
Family members of BSF jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw celebrated the news of their repatriation to India by distributing sweets.
After the end of enmity, diplomatic efforts between India and Pakistan facilitated the repatriation process. Shaw was handed over to Indian officials in a joint check post attic in Punjab at 10:30 am today. The handover was held in peace and according to the established protocol.
Shaw’s family, who was eagerly waiting for his comeback, celebrated the news of his repatriation with great relief. His wife, Rajni Shaw, requested the Government of India to ensure her husband’s safe return.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday expressed happiness and relief after the border security force Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw returned from Pakistan.
Taking into the social media platform X, Banerjee shared that he was in full contact with Shaw’s family, giving his best wishes to Jovan, his wife Rajni Shaw and his entire family.
“I am happy to get this information that our Purnam Kumar Shaw, BSF jawan has been released. I had all contacted with my family and even spoke with my wife with my wife in Rishra, Hagli. Today, I called him too. All the best for my brother-like jawan, his wife Raja Shave said.
Earlier today, the Government of Pakistan returned India’s BSF Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw.
According to the release of BSF statement, “Today at 1030 pm, Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw has been taken back to the Attari-Waga border by BSF from Pakistan. Constable Purnam Kumar Shaw inadvertently crossed the Pakistani area. Through regular flag meetings with Pakistan Rangers and through other communication channels, BSF’s reply to BSF constable efforts through regular flag meetings and through other communication channels. Is. “
After its repatriation, the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) issued a statement in which Shaw was wished for “complete recovery from the trauma”.
“Last in the house. After the days of anxiety and uncertainty, BSF jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw has finally been returned. Mamata Banerjee personally approaches his wife several times, offering assurance and support during Ordel. We wish Parnam to agree with his loved ones.” (AI)
