Assam: Temple construction halted at Kushiyara River amid objections from Bangladesh Border Guard

The reconstruction of the historic Mansa Temple, located along the Kushiyara River border, came to an abrupt halt following objections raised by Bangladesh's Border Guard (BGB). The temple site, which previously housed a shrine to Goddess Mansa, had fallen into disrepair over the years. To revive the cultural and spiritual heritage, a fund of ₹3 lakh from the Member of Parliament's allocation was sanctioned for its reconstruction, with work commencing a few days ago.  

However, the situation took a dramatic turn when BGB personnel from Bangladesh's Jakiganj region arrived by boat and protested against the ongoing construction. The arrival of the BGB team and their objections were captured on camera. Following this, India's Border Security Force (BSF) also intervened, instructing that the construction be suspended to avoid further tension at the border.  

Eyewitnesses at the scene have expressed their concerns and are seeking clarity regarding the future of the temple's reconstruction. The incident has sparked discussions on cross-border relations and the challenges of development projects in sensitive areas. Further details on the resolution of this matter are awaited.


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