
The Gujarat government has initiated several significant measures simultaneously regarding state security, agricultural development, infrastructure, and pre-monsoon preparedness. While emphasis is being placed on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Gujarat and the administrative management of the monsoon on one hand, the "Khet Bachao Abhiyan" (Save the Farms Campaign) is gaining momentum in the interest of farmers on the other. Amidst all these activities, a major decision has been taken regarding the state's internal security, under which the police have launched a rigorous, statewide campaign against individuals residing illegally within the state.
Minister of State for Home Harsh Sanghavi Shares Key Update via Tweet
Making an official announcement on social media, the State Home Minister, Harsh Sanghavi, revealed that the Gujarat Police have apprehended 424 illegal Bangladeshi infiltrators within a mere 24 hours by conducting an intensive 'Special Drive.' The Home Minister delivered a stern message in unequivocal terms: any illegal activity that compromises the peace and security of Gujarat will not be tolerated. In accordance with the state government's 'zero-tolerance' policy, such strict action against anti-national elements will continue unabated in the days to come.
Police in 'Action Mode' Under 'Operation Delta Hunt'
'Operation Delta Hunt' has been launched by the Gujarat Police to further bolster the state's internal security and law-and-order situation. Under this operation, a total of 362 illegal Bangladeshi nationals have officially been arrested so far, while over 782 other suspects have been taken into custody for intensive interrogation. The administrative process to complete legal formalities against all the apprehended infiltrators and to deport (expel) them back to Bangladesh has also been expedited by the administration.