Gurugram (Haryana): Gurugram Police have detained 13 suspected Bangladeshi nationals for allegedly living illegally in the city and have begun the process for their deportation, an official said.
Assistant Commissioner of Police (Crime) Naveen Sharma said the Crime Branch had received information around a month ago that some Bangladeshi nationals were allegedly staying illegally in India and working as labourers at various locations in Gurugram.
“Acting on the intelligence received, the team detained 13 Bangladeshi nationals who were residing illegally in the country. After verifying their documents, it was confirmed that they had entered India unlawfully. Accordingly, the proceedings for their deportation were initiated,” Sharma said.
He said the 13 detainees are being taken to Malda Town in West Bengal under the escort of an inspector and a team of 23 police personnel. They will be handed over to the security agencies there for further deportation proceedings.
According to Sharma, the detained individuals had been living in different parts of Gurugram, working as labourers and staying in rented accommodation.
The ACP also appealed to the public to assist law-enforcement agencies by reporting individuals they find suspicious.
“We appeal to all citizens to contribute to national security. If you come across suspicious individuals among tenants, labourers, domestic workers, hotel staff or construction workers, please report the information by calling 112 or contacting your nearest police station,” he said.