The issue of Bangladeshi infiltrators in India is becoming increasingly serious. In view of the upcoming assembly elections in Delhi, this problem remains the center of political debate. Allegations are being made that Bangladeshi infiltrators have not only settled in the capital, but many have also obtained voter identity cards. BJP is targeting the Aam Aadmi Party government on this issue. Apart from Delhi, this problem is also deepening in states like Mumbai, Tripura, West Bengal and Maharashtra.
Delhi: Campaign against Bangladeshi citizens intensifies
police action
Delhi Police is running a special operation against illegally staying Bangladeshi citizens. Recently, South District Police arrested and deported seven Bangladeshi citizens.
- where the action took place,
- Near Arjangarh metro station of Fatehpur Beri police station area.
- arrested people,
- Mohammad Umar Farooq, Riyaz Mian alias Ramon Khan and five women.
- Method,
- The suspects were identified with the help of local informers, CCTV cameras and community members.
Search operation in Kalindi Kunj
Police raided several areas in Kalindi Kunj police station area of Delhi to search for suspected Bangladeshi nationals. Inquiries were also conducted in Madanpur Khadar and Kanchan Kunj.
Tripura: Increase in infiltration, more than 100 arrested
The poor conditions of Bangladesh are also affecting India, especially in Tripura. This state is surrounded by Bangladesh on three sides, due to which incidents of infiltration have increased.
- recent arrest,
- More than 100 infiltrators were arrested.
- fake documents,
- These infiltrators entered India with the help of fake Aadhaar cards.
- It is claimed that these Aadhar cards were made in India only.
Challenge before the administration
danger of fake documents
- With the help of infiltrators, brokers get documents like fake Aadhaar card, voter ID card made.
- They enter from the border areas and spread to other states.
- The administration does not have adequate technical facilities to check fake documents.
impact on national security
The entry of Bangladeshi citizens into the Indian system with the help of fake documents is becoming a big threat to national security.
West Bengal: Efforts to stop infiltration
recent action
- 13 Bangladeshi infiltrators were arrested in Kolkata, North 24 Parganas and Nadia districts.
- Five brokers, who used to provide shelter to them, were also caught.
DGP’s statement
- West Bengal DGP Rajeev Kumar said that it is the responsibility of the Border Security Force (BSF) to stop infiltration from Bangladesh.
- Praising the working style of the state police, he said that the police is successfully dealing with the problem of infiltration.
Maharashtra: 16 Bangladeshi infiltrators arrested
ATS action
In Maharashtra, the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) conducted special operations in Navi Mumbai, Thane and Solapur.
- arrested people,
- 16 Bangladeshi citizens including six women.
- forged documents,
- These people had made fake Aadhaar cards and other documents.
- legal action,
- Cases were registered against them under the Foreigners Act and other related laws.
Necessary steps to stop infiltration
1. Strict monitoring of borders
- There is a need to increase surveillance on the border and use technical equipment.
2. Investigation of fake documents
- The administration should adopt modern technology to verify the documents.
3. Action on brokers
- Strict action should be taken against the brokers who provide shelter to infiltrators and those who make fake documents.
4. Public awareness campaign
- The problem of infiltration can be reduced by increasing awareness in border and urban areas.