In a joint operation targeting illegal immigration, 16 cwere detained from a factory’s residential colony in Balana village of Israna, Panipat, officials said on Wednesday.
The raid was conducted by the Panipat unit of Haryana CID, the Chief Minister’s Flying Squad, and Israna Police following a tip-off about the presence of foreign nationals residing illegally on the factory premises.
During the surprise inspection, the authorities found nine men, four women, and three children allegedly living without valid identification or travel documents. Some of the individuals were reportedly in possession of Aadhaar cards, which officials suspect were obtained through unlawful means. These documents are now under scrutiny as part of the ongoing investigation.
“All 16 individuals have been taken to the Israna Police Station for detailed questioning and identity verification,” said an official associated with the operation.
Confirming the development, Sub-Inspector Dharambir, SHO Israna, said: “We have detained 16 Bangladeshi nationals living illegally in a factory’s residential colony. The investigation is underway to verify their identities and the documents in their possession.”
The police have initiated legal proceedings to probe possible violations of immigration laws and examine any misuse of government documentation systems.
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