Ahmedabad Crime Branch Detains 61 Illegal Foreign Nationals in City-Wide Crackdown Ahead of Diwali

Ahmedabad: In a major security operation ahead of the upcoming Diwali festivities, the Ahmedabad Crime Branch has detained 61 foreign nationals allegedly residing illegally in the city. A majority of those detained are reportedly from Bangladesh.

The city-wide crackdown was carried out as part of a proactive security initiative aimed at strengthening public safety and tightening surveillance ahead of the festive season. The operation involved systematic intelligence gathering and coordinated raids across multiple zones of Ahmedabad, targeting foreign nationals suspected of residing in the city without valid legal documentation.

The large-scale drive reflects the Crime Branch’s focus on identifying individuals whose immigration status requires verification and taking appropriate legal action in accordance with the law. The coordinated operation was undertaken with the objective of identifying suspected cases of illegal immigration and addressing potential security concerns through a structured enforcement process.

According to the Crime Branch, maintaining law and order and ensuring the safety of citizens remain key priorities, particularly during major public festivities when security preparedness assumes greater significance. Authorities have reiterated their zero-tolerance approach towards illegal immigration and indicated that verification drives and enforcement measures will continue.

Following the detention of the 61 individuals, the process of verifying their identities, nationality and immigration status is underway. Further legal procedures, including deportation proceedings wherever applicable, are also being initiated in accordance with established legal provisions.

The Crime Branch has reaffirmed that such enforcement operations will continue as part of its broader efforts to maintain public order, strengthen city security and ensure a safe environment for residents during Diwali and beyond.