“Ahmedabad: 61 allegedly undocumented immigrants detained in ‘pre-Diwali safety drive’”

Key points

• 61 allegedly undocumented immigrants detained in Ahmedabad during a pre-Diwali safety drive.
• Most detainees said to be Bangladeshi citizens; women and children among them.
• Detained individuals were taken to the crime branch HQ before potential transfer to JIC.
• Officials say legal proceedings for deportation are underway.
• Authorities cite security concerns following a 2025 Pahalgam attack and post-CJK detentions.