Dhaka, April 8 -- A man from Mymensingh's Haluaghat Upazila has allegedly been beaten after crossing the border and entering India illegally "for love".

Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) rescued him from the border after he sustained injuries.

The incident occurred around 9pm on Tuesday in the Butiapara border area in Mymensingh's Haluaghat, according to Lt Col Nurul Azim Bayezid, captain of the Mymensingh-39 BGB Battalion.

The injured, 45-year-old Anowar Hossain, hails from the Upazila's Uttar Nalkura village. He has been admitted to Dhaka Medical College Hospital for treatment.

In a statement on Wednesday afternoon, the BGB said Anowar is involved in a romantic relationship with an Indian woman.

He repeatedly crossed the border illegal...