The Ahmedabad Crime Branch has identified and detained several individuals residing illegally across the city. The crackdown, which focused on areas like Isanpur, Vastral, and Chandola Talav, revealed a significant presence of Bangladeshi nationals living without proper documentation.
Human trafficking and fake document racket exposed
During the operation near Chandola Talav, the Crime Branch identified and arrested individuals involved in trafficking minor girls for prostitution. Further investigations uncovered a large-scale racket engaged in forging Indian identification documents for illegal immigrants.
Illegal residency and employment
The investigation revealed that many of these individuals collected and sold scrap materials to earn a living. Some had rented rooms in congested areas like Bengaliwas and Nawab Nagar, while others resided in temporary settlements near Chandola Lake. Several families, including women and children, were also among those identified.
As part of a combing operation, 50 illegal immigrants were detained. Out of these, 15 immigrants and one minor child were successfully deported. Legal proceedings for the deportation of the remaining individuals are currently underway.
Ongoing investigation
The Ahmedabad Police have initiated legal proceedings and are working closely with immigration authorities to verify the status of these individuals. Authorities suspect that these residents may have entered India illegally through organised border infiltration networks.
Officials have urged landlords and local residents to verify tenant backgrounds before renting properties. “We are taking strict action against unauthorised immigrants. Any individual found aiding illegal stay will also face consequences,” said a senior police officer. The police have intensified surveillance across sensitive areas of the city, and further detentions are expected as the investigation progresses.