BSF Jawan Held By Pakistan Returns To India After 22 Days, Family Relieved – News18

Last Updated:May 14, 2025, 14:36 ​​is

According to BSF sources, Poornam Kumar Shaw is currently in stable condition, although he will undergo a thorough medical examination and a detailed debriefing

Hearing the news that her husband, Border Security Force (BSF) jawan Poornam K Shawwas released by Pakistan, Rajani Shaw got emotional.

“My husband was in Pakistan’s custody for the past 22 days. I’m overwhelmed and happy that he is finally returning. They called to inform me that he has been brought back to India. I’m eagerly waiting to see him,” Rajni told News18.

Rajni, who is currently pregnant, even travelled to Pathankot and Ferozepur to seek information about her husband. She was reassured by senior BSF officials that he would be brought back safely.

Shaw, 40, hails from Rishra in Hooghly district, West Bengal. He was captured by Pakistan Rangers last month after he inadvertently crossed the international border in Punjab’s Ferozepur district, just a day after the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack that heightened tensions along the border.

There was a sense of celebration at the Shaw residence in Rishra. His father, Bholanath Shaw, told News18, “I want to thank the Prime Minister, all ministers, and the Chief Minister of Bengal. We are so happy that he is back in India. I just want to see him. I want him to continue serving the country. He will return to duty to protect our nation.”

Rajni also said she plans to travel to Delhi to bring her husband back home.

According to BSF sources, Shaw is currently in stable conditionalthough he will undergo a thorough medical examination and a detailed debriefing process.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in a post on X said, “I am happy to receive the information that our Purnam Kumar Shaw, the BSF jawan, has been released. I had all along been in touch with his family and spoke thrice with his wife here at Rishra, Hugli. Today also I called her. All the very best wishes for my brother-like jawan, his entire family including his wife Rajni Shaw.”

The incident drew national attention. BJP leader and Central Minister Sukanta Majumdar posted on X: “A heartfelt thank you to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji for once again proving that under your strong and decisive leadership, no Indian is ever left behind. Today, the safe return of @BSF_India jawan Shri Poornam Kumar Shaw, who was in Pakistan’s custody since April 23, is not just a moment of relief – it’s a victory of India’s resolve, diplomacy, and national pride. Your relentless commitment to the nation’s security and dignity has ensured justice and honour for our brave soldiers. Bharat Mata Ki Jai! Jai Hind! Modi Hai To Mumkin Hai!”

The Trinamool Congress (TMC) in a post on X said, “Home at last. After days of anxiety and uncertainty, BSF Jawan Poornam Kumar Shaw has finally been repatriated. Smt. @MamataOfficial personally reached out to his wife multiple times, offering reassurance and support during the ordeal. We wish Poornam a full recovery from the trauma he endured and hope he finds peace in the embrace of his loved ones.”

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