The fight against illegal foreign residents of delhi has been more intense. It will no longer be possible to verify one's indian citizenship with documents like an aadhar card, PAN card, or ration card. Only voter identification cards or passports will be accepted as evidence of indian citizenship, according to explicit directives from delhi Police. The central government ordered this decision to be made to curb the growing unlawful infiltration.

For what reason were the rules altered?
 
 Delhi Police discovered that several Rohingya and Bangladeshi infiltrators were using their aadhar, PAN, and ration cards to pose as indian citizens during the verification drive that has been ongoing since last year.  UNHCR-issued refugee cards were frequently discovered with them as well.  This made it hard to tell what was real and what wasn't.  Voter ID and a passport are now regarded as the last evidence in such cases.  

Action quickened, and Pakistanis were also watched.
 
DCPs in every district have been instructed by delhi Police to keep a close eye out for any suspicious foreign nationals residing in their communities.  Over 400 of the approximately 3,500 Pakistani nationals in delhi have already been deported.  While Hindu refugees have received relief under long-term visas, action is being taken specifically against Muslim nationals.

A modification to the visa regulations
 
In a significant move following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, the indian government has begun the process of revoking Pakistani individuals' visas.  The only visas that have been loosened are diplomatic, medical, and long-term ones; nonetheless, medical visas will also no longer be valid after april 29.  All Pakistani nationals must be listed, and they must be given notice to leave India, according to an order given to delhi Police and intelligence services.
 
 In addition to being a significant step in bolstering national security, this ruling makes it clear that any form of delay in obtaining proper documentation will no longer be accepted.  This regulation might be adopted in additional states in the future.

 
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SIBY JEYYA

30/04/2025 07:52 AM