Gurugram (Haryana): Gurugram Police have detained 13 suspected Bangladeshi nationals for allegedly staying illegally in the city and have initiated proceedings for their deportation, an official said.
Assistant Commissioner of Police (Crime) Naveen Sharma said the Crime Branch had received information nearly a month ago that certain Bangladeshi nationals were allegedly residing illegally in India and working as labourers at different locations in Gurugram.
“Acting on the information received, the team detained 13 Bangladeshi nationals who were living illegally in the country. After their documents were verified, it was confirmed that they had entered India unlawfully. Subsequently, the process for their deportation was initiated,” Sharma said.
He said the 13 detainees are being taken to Malda Town in West Bengal under the escort of an inspector and a team of 23 police personnel, where they will be handed over to the security agencies for further deportation procedures.
According to Sharma, the detained individuals had been living in different areas of Gurugram, working as labourers and residing in rented accommodation.
The ACP also appealed to members of the public to assist law-enforcement agencies by reporting individuals they find suspicious.
“We urge all citizens to contribute to national security. If you come across suspicious individuals among tenants, labourers, domestic workers, hotel employees or construction workers, please report the information by calling 112 or contacting your nearest police station,” he said.
