Ahmedabad Crime Branch Cracks Down on Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants

Ahmedabad Crime Branch has deported 15 Bangladeshi immigrants and is set to deport 35 more by March. Authorities uncovered a human trafficking ring and fake document schemes. Delhi and Mumbai police have also apprehended illegal Bangladeshi nationals amidst heightened investigations into immigration violations.

In a significant operation, the Ahmedabad Crime Branch has successfully deported 15 Bangladeshi immigrants and plans to deport 35 more by March, announced Assistant Commissioner of Police Bharat Patel. The crackdown follows a 2024 combing operation near Chadola Lake, leading to the detention of 50 illegal immigrants, including a minor girl.

Authorities discovered fake Aadhar cards in possession of the immigrants and unearthed a human trafficking network involving Bangladeshi women and minors. These individuals reportedly lived under duress, involved in activities against the country. Proof of their Bangladeshi citizenship resulted in deportation proceedings.

On February 1, 15 individuals, among them a minor, were deported back to Bangladesh, with evidence from the Bangladeshi embassy confirming their citizenship. Bharat Patel noted exploitation of women in prostitution rings, with illicit profits funneled to Bangladesh disguised as trade revenue.

Investigations are ongoing into the trafficking network and financial flows to Bangladesh. In a parallel crackdown, Delhi Police detained 16 suspects, five of whom were Bangladeshis, on illegal immigration charges. Suspects, including Mohd Sharif, Najrul Shiekh, his wife, and two children, were found overstaying without visas and faced deportation processes.

Earlier arrests in Mumbai on February 7 saw seven Bangladeshi nationals detained for alleged illegal residency in Chembur's Mahul Village. Officials continue to tighten immigration enforcement across India. (ANI)