In a significant development raising national security concerns, the Intelligence Bureau (IB) has identified approximately 5,000 Pakistani nationals residing illegally in Delhi and its surrounding areas. This revelation comes in the wake of the Pahalgam Attack on April 22, 2025, where 26 tourists lost their lives, intensifying scrutiny over unauthorized foreign nationals in India.
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According to sources, these individuals have either overstayed their visas or entered the country through unauthorized routes. Alarmingly, many are suspected of possessing fraudulent Indian identification documents, including Aadhaar cards and voter IDs, facilitating their undetected stay.
Delhi Police and Security Agencies on High Alert
In response to the IB’s findings, Delhi Police, in collaboration with national intelligence agencies, has initiated special verification drives across the National Capital Region (NCR). These operations aim to authenticate the identities of foreign nationals and take appropriate legal actions against those found violating immigration laws.
Senior officials have confirmed that several arrests have already been made, with further detentions anticipated as the verification process continues.
Pahalgam Attack: A Catalyst for Heightened Security Measures
The urgency of these verification drives is underscored by the recent Pahalgam terror attack, where militants opened fire on tourists in the Baisaran Valley of Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in 26 fatalities and numerous injuries. The attack, claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF)—an offshoot of the Pakistan-based group Lashkar-e-Taiba—has been labeled the deadliest assault on Indian civilians since the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
In the aftermath, Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the violence, vowing the “harshest punishment” for the perpetrators. The incident has led to a series of retaliatory measures by India, including the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, expulsion of Pakistani diplomats, and heightened military readiness along the border.
Government’s Plan to Strengthen Immigration Laws
This incident has reignited the demand for stronger immigration controls. Experts argue that India needs tougher visa scrutiny, biometric checks, and robust nationwide drives to detect and deport illegal immigrants.
Efforts are also underway to develop a more centralized immigrant database, making it harder for overstayers and infiltrators to go unnoticed.
Conclusion
The identification of 5,000 Pakistani nationals living illegally in Delhi has sent shockwaves through India’s security apparatus, especially following the tragic Pahalgam attack. Authorities are racing against time to ensure that such vulnerabilities are addressed before more damage is done.
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