Adityanath orders DMs to set up detention centres for ‘infiltrators’
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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh’s BJP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ordered district magistrates (DM) to identify illegal immigrants in their respective jurisdictions and set up detention centres to lodge them, The Indian Express reported.
The controversial BJP leader wanted DMs to take swift and stringent action against “infiltrators” and “illegal immigrants”.
He claimed that law and order, national security, and social harmony are top priorities, and that any form of illegal activity will not be tolerated, according to a PTI report.
"The chief minister has directed that each district administration ensure the identification of illegal immigrants living in their area and initiate action as per the rules," a statement read.
"The chief minister has also directed that temporary detention centres be established in each district to house infiltrators," it added.
According to the brief statement, illegal immigrants with foreign citizenship will be housed in these centres and will be ensured there until the necessary verification process is completed.
Adityanath said that illegal immigrants held in detention centres will be deported to their countries of origin as per the established procedures.
Uttar Pradesh shares an open border with Nepal, allowing free movement of citizens of both countries, but checks on residents of other nationalities.