India Tightens Immigration Laws: Boost to Security and Economy

The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, aims to bolster India's security, boost economic growth, and streamline foreign visitation regulations. Proposed by Home Minister Amit Shah, the bill mandates tracking foreign visitors and penalizes illegal stays, while repealing outdated legislations to simplify immigration procedures.

India's Home Minister Amit Shah announced a new legislative proposal to strengthen the nation's immigration laws. The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, seeks to address security threats and promote economic growth by closely monitoring foreign visitors.

The proposed legislation, discussed in the Lok Sabha, aims to consolidate existing immigration laws dating back to 1920. It calls for mandatory recording of foreign students, tourists, and patients, with severe penalties for those using forged documents or violating stay conditions.

This move is part of the government's broader strategy to simplify laws, enhance national security, and support India's economic ambitions. However, the bill does not address issues related to citizenship grants.

(With inputs from agencies.)