Assam Government Issues 24-Hour Expulsion Order for Three Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants
In a decisive move, the Assam government has mandated the expulsion of three illegal Bangladeshi immigrants from the Karbi Anglong district, as confirmed by officials on Saturday. This action underscores the state's stringent approach to immigration enforcement and national security concerns.
Legal Basis and Tribunal Declarations
The expulsion directive has been formally issued under Section 2 of the Immigrants (Expulsion from Assam) Act, 1950. This legal measure follows the trio being declared illegal immigrants by the Foreigners Tribunal (FT) through three separate orders in December. The tribunal's rulings have paved the way for immediate governmental intervention.
Details of the Expulsion Orders
The separate expulsion orders, signed by the district commissioner on Monday, were served on the three individuals on Saturday. They have been instructed to leave the country within 24 hours of receiving the orders. The identified immigrants are:
- Md Fakruddin, residing in the Bokajan police station area.
- Md Rafiqul Ali and Md Faizul Haque, both from the Manja police station area.
The orders explicitly state that the presence of these declared foreigners is "detrimental to the interest of the general public and also for the internal security of the state". This highlights the government's prioritization of public safety and state integrity.
Specified Exit Routes and Consequences
To ensure compliance, the expulsion orders specify that the immigrants must leave the state and country through designated routes: Dhubri, Sribhumi, or South Salmara-Mankachar. Failure to adhere to this directive within the stipulated timeframe will result in the government initiating "appropriate action" to forcibly remove them from Assam and India. This step emphasizes the authorities' commitment to enforcing immigration laws without delay.
This incident reflects ongoing efforts in Assam to address illegal immigration, particularly along the border with Bangladesh, and reinforces the legal frameworks in place to safeguard national interests.
