13 armed SSB personnel detained in Jhapa

Kathmandu November 29- Thirteen Indian Seema Surakshya Bal (SSB) personnel who entered Nepal with arms early this morning have been detained by Armed Police Force in Kechana, Jhapa.

The Indian forces entered into Nepali territory while chasing smugglers. They have been kept at APF camp in Kechana.

Jhapa Chief District Officer Tej Prasad Poudel said they are trying to ascertain if they entered into Nepal by mistake or was a premeditated one.

APF said they will be handed over to the Indian side after coordination with the Home Ministry. Source: TKP