Ahmedabad Crime Branch has taken a major step against illegal immigration and human trafficking, deporting 15 Bangladeshi nationals who were residing in the city with forged documents. Gujarat Minister of State for Home Harsh Sanghavi confirmed the action on Wednesday, highlighting the government’s commitment to maintaining law and order.
According to preliminary reports, the deported individuals were part of a network trafficking minor girls into prostitution. The fake document racket, which facilitated illegal immigrants in obtaining Indian identity papers, has also been exposed. Additionally, 50 more illegal migrants have been detained, with legal procedures underway for their deportation.
“Ahmedabad Crime Branch has taken significant action against anti-national activities. We have dismantled a human trafficking network and ensured the deportation of those involved. The safety and security of the city remain our top priority,” Sanghavi stated.
Illegal immigration from Bangladesh to India has been a persistent issue, with Gujarat being one of the affected states. In May 2022, authorities found that some illegal migrants had obtained original Aadhaar cards, raising concerns over document verification. Similarly, in November 2024, Ahmedabad Crime Branch detained 48 Bangladeshi nationals living illegally in the city.
Experts say that many illegal immigrants enter India in search of better economic opportunities, while others fall victim to human trafficking. The presence of well-organised networks enables their illegal entry and provides low-wage employment, often in vulnerable sectors.