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Delhi Police Deport 5 Nigerian Nationals in February Immigration Crackdown

Delhi Police have deported or repatriated five Nigerian nationals in February for overstaying their visas or entering India without valid documentation. The operation was conducted by teams from Uttam Nagar Police Station and the Dwarka Anti-Narcotics Cell under the supervision of the Dwarka DCP. The individuals were processed through the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) and sent to a detention centre before deportation. The action aligns with the stricter provisions of the new Immigration and Foreigners Act, which mandates severe penalties for violations.

Key Points: Delhi Police Deport 5 Nigerian Nationals in Immigration Drive

  • Five Nigerian nationals deported
  • Crackdown on illegal stay
  • Action under new Immigration Act
  • Teams acted on specific intelligence
  • Punishment includes jail and fine
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Five Nigerian nationals deported by Delhi Police in February crackdown

Five Nigerian nationals were deported or repatriated by Delhi Police in February for illegally staying in India without valid visas.

"Individuals staying illegally in the country put pressure on local resources - Delhi Police"

New Delhi, March 6

Five Nigerian nationals, who were found illegally staying in India, were deported or repatriated, said officials on Friday, adding that this was part of an ongoing crackdown by the Delhi Police in the national capital.

According to police officials, the operation was carried out by teams from various police stations and specialised units in the district, who regularly gather intelligence on foreign nationals suspected of residing or moving around in the area without valid documents.

Police stated that individuals staying illegally in the country put pressure on local resources, prompting authorities to intensify verification drives and legal action against such cases. During February, a total of five Nigerian nationals were apprehended for overstaying in India without valid visas.

Of these, three Nigerian nationals were deported by the Uttam Nagar Police Station team, while two others were repatriated by the Anti-Narcotics Cell of Dwarka District. The entire operation was conducted under the supervision of the Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) of Dwarka District.

The arrested individuals have been identified as Matthew Chikwado Onuwa, Paul Onyekachi Ekwenze, and Aiyuguhjh Elvis, who were deported, and Christopher Uchechukwu Kalu and John Nnamdi Okafor, who were repatriated.

Police said the teams acted on specific inputs regarding foreign nationals who had either overstayed their visas or had allegedly entered the country without valid documentation and were residing in areas of the Dwarka District.

After being apprehended, the individuals were produced before the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO), which ordered their deportation or repatriation. Following the legal process, they were sent to a detention centre before being deported from the country.

Last year, the new Immigration and Foreigners Act that came into effect had strict rules on passports, visas, and immigration. While the law makes it mandatory for hotels, hospitals, and education institutions to report foreigners to officials, it enhances the powers of the Bureau of Immigration to identify and deport illegal immigrants.

Anyone found using a forged passport or visa for entering India or staying in or exiting is liable to be punished with a jail term of up to seven years and a fine of up to Rs 10 lakh.

The law has provisions for punishment for those supplying forged passports or travel documents.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I understand the need for rules, I hope the process was humane. Deportation can be traumatic. Authorities should also look at why people overstay - sometimes it's due to complex circumstances, not always malice.
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Aman W
Good job by Delhi Police! 🇮🇳 We have enough of our own problems with unemployment and infrastructure. Can't have people living here illegally. The new law sounds strict, which is good. Hope they continue these drives.
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Sarah B
The article mentions the Anti-Narcotics Cell was involved in two cases. That's concerning. Were these just visa violations or linked to other activities? The police should be transparent about the reasons behind the crackdown in specific communities.
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Vikram M
It's a double-edged sword. We need to enforce laws, but we must also ensure we don't develop a reputation for being unwelcoming to genuine foreign students and professionals who contribute to our economy. Balance is key.
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Karthik V
The system seems to be working. FRRO, detention centre, then deportation. As long as the process is legal and fair, it's fine. I'm more worried about illegal crossings on our eastern border which are on a much larger scale.

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