Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that the state has intensified its efforts to identify and remove illegal infiltrators, leading to the pushback of 330 undocumented immigrants over the past month. Among those deported were individuals identified as Bangladeshi nationals and Rohingyas.
Of the total, 88 illegal immigrants were detected and deported from Cachar district alone, highlighting the region’s vulnerability due to its proximity to the international border. The Chief Minister stated that the crackdown was part of a broader initiative to safeguard the state’s security, demography, and social fabric.
Security agencies, including the Assam Police and Border Security Force (BSF), have been working in coordination to detect infiltrators using intelligence-based operations. The state government has also increased surveillance at key border points and transit routes.
Sarma reaffirmed his government’s commitment to maintaining strict vigilance and ensuring that Assam does not become a haven for illegal migrants. He added that those without valid documentation will face legal action and deportation as per law.
The move has drawn both support and criticism, with supporters citing national security concerns and critics urging the government to ensure due process and humane treatment of those detained.
