Police in Coimbatore have made a significant arrest involving immigration fraud and document forgery, uncovering a case where a Sri Lankan citizen lived in India for over two decades using illegally obtained Indian identity proofs.
Long-Term Stay on Forged Documents Uncovered
K Sivakumar, a 56-year-old native of Sri Lanka, was taken into custody by the Coimbatore police after an investigation revealed he had overstayed his visa and secured a suite of crucial Indian identity documents. The arrest followed a probe triggered by his application for an Indian passport.
Sivakumar's journey in India began in 2002 when he first arrived in Coimbatore. He later married a woman who was a resident of Alandurai, which seemingly facilitated his subsequent actions. The accused currently resides on Amman Kovil Street near the Vellalore area of the city.
Fraudulent Acquisition of Critical IDs
Investigators found that Sivakumar managed to obtain a range of government-issued identity documents by using his wife's residential address. The fraudulent documents in his possession included:
- An Aadhaar card
- A Permanent Account Number (PAN) card
- A voter identification card
- A driving licence
- A ration card
After initially securing these documents with his wife's Alandurai address, Sivakumar later officially changed the address on them to his current residence in Vellalore. This move potentially aimed to solidify his claim as a legitimate Indian resident.
Passport Application Triggers Police Probe
The case came to light when Sivakumar applied for an Indian passport on December 10, 2025. The application process triggered scrutiny, leading to a police inquiry. The investigation conclusively established his true nationality as Sri Lankan and exposed the forged foundation of all his Indian identity papers.
Following the findings, the Coimbatore police formally registered a case against K Sivakumar. He faces charges related to visa violation, forgery of documents, and fraudulent impersonation. The arrest highlights ongoing concerns about document security and immigration compliance in the region.
