Farhanaz (52) and her son Mohammed Fardeen Khan (22) were arrested in Bagepalli, Karnataka, for illegally staying in India after their visas expired. The duo, who hold Pakistani passports, had failed to renew their visas and allegedly obtained Indian documents, including Aadhaar cards, to facilitate their continued stay.
Details of the Arrest
The arrests were made by local police following a tip-off. Authorities discovered that the mother-son duo had been living in Bagepalli without valid documentation. They had overstayed their visas and procured Indian identification documents illegally. According to police sources, the Aadhaar cards were obtained using fraudulent means.
Legal Proceedings
The duo has been booked under relevant sections of the Foreigners Act and the Passport Act for overstaying and possessing fraudulent documents. They are currently in judicial custody and will be produced before a local court. The police are also investigating how they managed to obtain Indian documents and whether any local agents were involved.
Impact and Investigation
The incident has raised concerns about the misuse of identification systems. Authorities are probing the network that helped the duo obtain Aadhaar cards. This case highlights vulnerabilities in the system and the need for stricter verification processes. According to the police, the duo had been living in India for several years after their visas expired.
