Khanna Police Launches Major Crackdown on Illegal Immigration Networks
In a significant enforcement action targeting illegal immigration networks, the Khanna Police executed simultaneous raids on ten illegal immigration centers as part of Operation Prahar-2. The coordinated operation was launched based on specific intelligence inputs, creating widespread panic among operators who have been fraudulently sending local youth abroad through illicit means.
Coordinated Police Action Across Education Hub
According to official statements from Khanna Police, the raids were conducted under the direct supervision of SSP Darpan Ahluwalia, who formed ten special police teams specifically for this operation. The targeted immigration centers were strategically located in the prominent GTB Market area of Khanna, which has developed into a significant education and commercial hub in the region.
Police officials revealed that the operation was meticulously planned following intelligence gathered during the ongoing Operation Prahar-2, which had uncovered evidence of a well-organized illegal immigration racket operating across multiple locations. Preliminary investigations confirmed that all ten centers were functioning without proper authorization or legal documentation.
Widespread Evidence of Criminal Operations Uncovered
During the comprehensive searches, police teams made substantial recoveries that point toward sophisticated illegal operations:
- 30 passports of various nationalities
- 34 computers, laptops, and tablets containing digital evidence
- 15 ATM cards linked to suspicious accounts
- 175 cheque books, many bearing pre-signed signatures
SSP Dr. Ahluwalia stated that investigators have registered cases against all ten centers, whose owners are currently absconding and being actively traced by special police teams. The police chief emphasized that certain operators were found to be collaborating with gangsters and criminal elements, facilitating the creation of fake passports and enabling illegal migration of youth to foreign countries.
Financial Fraud and Victim Testimonies Emerge
Officials confirmed that substantial digital data and important documents were seized during the operation, with preliminary analysis suggesting possible large-scale financial fraud and illegal transactions connected to these immigration centers. Investigators are currently examining the recovered material to establish the full extent of criminal activities.
During the raids, several victims who had been cheated by these fraudulent immigration centers came forward to provide statements. Police have assured them of complete legal assistance and support throughout the investigation process. Initial inquiries have revealed that some of the accused individuals are already facing criminal cases in Khanna, Nawanshahr, and New Delhi jurisdictions.
Continued Crackdown on Youth Exploitation
SSP Dr. Darpan Ahluwalia made it clear that strict action will continue against those exploiting vulnerable youth through illegal immigration schemes. The police department remains committed to dismantling these networks completely and preventing further victimization of individuals seeking legitimate opportunities abroad.
The successful execution of Operation Prahar-2 represents a significant milestone in Khanna Police's ongoing efforts to combat organized crime and protect citizens from fraudulent immigration practices that jeopardize both financial security and personal safety.
