Kolkata, May 14 -- BSF constable Purnam Kumar Shaw was repatriated to India on Wednesday, after spending 21 days in Pakistani custody.

Shaw had inadvertently crossed into Pakistan territory while on operational duty in the Ferozepur sector on April 23, 2025, and was detained by Pakistan Rangers.

Family members of BSF Jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw celebrated the news of his repatriation to India by distributing sweets.

Following the cessation of hostilities, diplomatic efforts between India and Pakistan facilitated the repatriation process. Shaw was handed over to Indian authorities at the Joint Check Post Attari in Punjab at 10:30 a.m. today. The handover was conducted peacefully and in accordance with established protocols.

Shaw's family, ...