Three arrested over illegal construction on Assam land near Meghalaya border

Police in the northeastern region have taken three persons into custody after they were accused of trying to carry out construction work on land that falls under Assam's jurisdiction, close to the border with Meghalaya. The arrests were made following a tip-off that led authorities to the site where the alleged activity was underway.
The detained individuals are reported to have been involved in setting up structures without the required permissions from state officials. Law enforcement officials said the construction attempt violated land-use regulations and could have escalated inter‑state tensions.
The incident underscores the sensitivity of border areas between Assam and Meghalaya, where land disputes occasionally surface. Officials have not disclosed the identities of the detainees or the exact nature of the structures being built.
Further investigations are underway to determine whether any larger network is behind the unauthorized work, and to ensure compliance with regional land‑management laws.