In a targeted operation against illegal immigrants, Delhi Police have taken seven Nigerian nationals into custody for overstaying their visas in the capital. The action was part of a broader district-wide crackdown.
Uttam Nagar Crackdown Nets Foreign Nationals
The detention occurred during a police drive conducted on December 24 in the Uttam Nagar area of Delhi. Authorities confirmed that the operation was designed to apprehend individuals involved in drug trafficking and to locate foreign nationals residing in India without proper documentation.
Violation of Immigration Rules
Deputy Commissioner of Police (Dwarka) Ankit Singh stated that the seven individuals were found to be in clear violation of the country's immigration laws. They had remained in India beyond the permitted period specified on their visas, thereby illegally overstaying.
The police action underscores the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to identify and detain foreigners who do not possess valid travel or residence documents. Such operations are routinely carried out across various districts.
Focus on Document Verification and Drug Links
While the primary charge against the seven Nigerians is related to immigration norm violations, the context of the operation is significant. The crackdown had a dual focus: drug traffickers and foreign nationals without valid documents. This suggests authorities are scrutinizing potential links between illegal stay and other criminal activities.
The police have not released further details about the specific identities of the detained individuals or the exact duration of their overstay. The case is being processed according to established legal procedures for immigration violations.
