Delhi Police Detains 17 Illegal Bangladeshi Migrants in Vasant Kunj Crackdown

Major Operation in South Delhi

In early March, Delhi Police launched a targeted operation across Vasant Kunj’s Jai Hindi Camp, identifying individuals suspected of residing illegally in India without valid documents .

Total of 17 Migrants Detained

During this raid, officers detained 17 Bangladeshi nationals—some reportedly adults and minors—who lacked legal visas or identification

Methodical Door-to-Door Verification

Led by sub-inspector Ravi Malik, teams conducted door-to-door checks, requesting ID proofs and forwarding dubious cases for further verification with district authorities .

Part of Continued Crackdown

The Vasant Kunj action follows similar recent drives across Delhi: 24 held in South/Southeast Delhi, over 30 detained in Uttam Nagar and neighbouring areas in early January, and earlier detection of around 175 suspects citywide

Legal Framework & Follow-Up Procedures

Detained individuals are being processed under the Foreigners Act (1946). Their documents are reviewed by the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) ahead of potential deportation proceedings

Fake Document Networks Uncovered

Recent actions also dismantled gangs allegedly issuing forged Aadhaar and voter IDs to migrants—some via fake websites—from Sangam Vihar and other slum areas

Political & Administrative Push

These crackdowns align with directives from Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena, and echo measures used before the Delhi Assembly and MCD elections

Public Awareness Campaigns

Police have encouraged residents, employers, and housing societies to verify the credentials of workers and lodgers—aiming both to preempt illegal residency and alert authorities

Humanitarian & Legal Concerns

Some migrants, including families and children, claim they fled pressing situations in Bangladesh. Human rights advocates suggest detention should be paired with legal support and proper documentation review.