Chhattisgarh govt launches toll-free helpline to report suspected illegal immigrants
RAIPUR: In a move to strengthen internal security and curb illegal immigration, Chhattisgarh govt has launched a 24x7 toll-free helpline number for citizens to report suspected illegal Bangladeshi immigrants residing in the state.
Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma who also holds Home portfolio said that the helpline number 1800-233-1905 will be operated by police department and enable residents across the state to provide information regarding suspicious activities or identities of Bangladeshi nationals living unlawfully in their localities.
Assurances have been made that the identity of informants will remain strictly confidential to encourage fearless cooperation in the national interest.
Deputy CM Sharma said, 'The security of our country is our highest priority. The govt is firmly committed to keeping the state free from infiltrators and illegal activities. Until such elements are completely uprooted, the safety and peace of our citizens will remain at risk. This helpline offers the public a direct, safe, and effective channel to participate in protecting the nation.'
He further added that the state government is rigorously investigating and identifying illegal Bangladeshi nationals based on information received and has instructed the police to treat every tip-off with utmost seriousness.
Prompt and appropriate action will be taken on all reports.
The police department has also been directed to conduct thorough verification of information to ensure that innocent individuals do not face any inconvenience. Besides, awareness campaigns will be launched to inform the public about the helpline and encourage active participation in this mission.
Minister Sharma appealed to all citizens of Chhattisgarh, 'If you have any suspicion about the identity or activities of any person in your vicinity, please immediately contact the toll-free number.
It is our collective responsibility to keep Chhattisgarh safe, peaceful, and strong.'
Durg police recently have arrested two more Bangladeshi nationals living illegally in in Bhilai. A joint team of the Special Task Force (STF) and Cantonment Police Station detained the duo on June 3, following intelligence inputs about suspicious foreign nationals residing in the locality.
Both accused had crossed the India-Bangladesh border illegally around 12 years ago and had been using fake Indian identity documents to stay in India, police had said.
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