ONE SMARTPHONE WITH THE BANNED IMO APP USED FOR COMMUNICATION WITH FAMILIES IN BANGLADESH RECOVERED FROM THEIR POSSESSION.
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In a significant breakthrough, the dedicated team of the Foreigners Cell, North-West District, apprehended nine Bangladeshi nationals residing illegally in India, following a sustained and meticulous surveillance operation. During the operation, one smart phone equipped with the banned IMO application was recovered from their possession.
A special drive was initiated to identify and apprehend illegal Bangladeshi migrants residing in the jurisdiction of the North-West District. Accordingly, a dedicated team comprising SI Shyam Bir, ASI Rajender, HC Vikram, HC Praveen, and Ct. Deepak—under the close supervision of Inspector Vipin Kumar (Foreigners Cell) and Sh. Ranjeev Kumar, ACP/CAW Cell, and overall supervision of undersigned was assigned the task of conducting intensive surveillance, gathering intelligence, and carrying out follow-up operations.
In a proactive and intelligence-driven operation, the Foreigner Cell of the North-West District Police apprehended nine (09) Bangladeshi nationals found to be illegally residing in Delhi. The successful raid was conducted on May 23, 2025, within the jurisdiction of Bharat Nagar Police Station.
This operation was part of the ongoing efforts to identify and take action against unauthorized foreign nationals residing in the national capital. It was launched following specific intelligence inputs regarding the presence of illegal immigrants in the area.
Execution of Operation:
After several days of sustained manual and technical surveillance, the Foreigners Cell received credible information on May 23, 2025, regarding the presence of an illegal Bangladeshi national residing within the jurisdiction of Police Station Bharat Nagar. Acting on this input, the team cordoned off the targeted area and conducted a comprehensive verification drive. Approximately 50 footpaths and 100 lanes were thoroughly checked during an intensive combing operation.
During the operation, a suspected individual was apprehended and subjected to detailed interrogation. Initially, he attempted to mislead the team; however, after sustained questioning, he admitted to being a Bangladeshi national residing illegally in India. Based on his disclosure, other family members were also identified and apprehended.
A total of nine individuals were found to be Bangladeshi nationals residing in Wazirpur JJ Colony, Delhi, without valid travel documents, visas, or permits, thereby violating the provisions of the Foreigners Act, 1946, and other applicable immigration laws.
INTERROGATION: All individuals were taken into custody on the spot and transported to the Foreigners Cell for detailed interrogation and documentation. During questioning, the father disclosed that the family had previously worked at a brick manufacturing unit in Mewat, Haryana. They fled the area out of fear of being apprehended by the Hayana Police. Since then, they had been frequently changing footpaths and were in the process of securing rented accommodation in an attempt to blend into the local population.
It was further revealed that they had illegally crossed into India through the Cooch Behar border. Initially, they attempted to mislead the team by claiming Indian citizenship. However, a thorough examination of their mobile phones and personal belongings revealed discrepancies in their statements, raising doubts about their identity and nationality.
APPREHENDED PERSONS: Md. Saidul Islam S/O Jaffar Ali R/O Village Dodigram, Ward No.- 1 PS- Nageshwari, District -Kurigram, Bangladesh. Age- 45 Yrs, Mst Nazma Begum W/O Md. Saidul Islam R/O Village Dodigram, Ward No.- 1 PS- Nageshwari, District -Kurigram, Bangladesh. Age- 42 Yrs, Nazmul Ali S/O Md. Saidul Islam R/O Village Dodigram, Ward No.- 1 PS- Nageshwari, District -Kurigram, Bangladesh. Age -23 Yrs, Azina Begum W/O Nazmul Ali R/O Village Dodigram, Ward No.- 1 PS- Nageshwari, District -Kurigram, Bangladesh. Age- 20 Yrs, Apple Ali S/O Md. Saidul Islam R/O Village Dodigram, Ward No.- 1 PS- Nageshwari, District -Kurigram, Bangladesh. Age-19 Yrs, One Boy S/O Md. Saidul Islam R/O Village Dodigram, Ward No.- 1 PS- Nageshwari, District -Kurigram, Bangladesh. Age-17 Yrs, One Boy S/O Md. Saidul Islam R/O Village Dodigram, Ward No.- 1 PS- Nageshwari, District -Kurigram, Bangladesh. Age-8 Yrs, One Girl D/O Md. Saidul Islam R/O Village Dodigram, Ward No.- 1 PS- Nageshwari, District -Kurigram, Bangladesh. Age-6 Yrs, One Infant S/O Nazmul Ali R/O Village Dodigram, Ward No.- 1 PS- Nageshwari, District -Kurigram, Bangladesh. Age- 45 Days
All individuals have been handed over to FRRO, RK Puram, New Delhi, for further deportation proceedings.
This operation is part of a broader initiative by the Delhi Police to crack down on illegal immigration, with the objective of safeguarding the security and demographic integrity of the region. The Foreigner Cell of the North-West District remains steadfast in its commitment to identifying and removing unauthorized foreign nationals residing unlawfully in the country. Further investigation is currently underway.
(BHISHAM SINGH) IPS
Dy. Commissioner of Police
North-West District, Delhi
