Campaign for the evacuation of illegally residing foreign nationals continues,
10,078 illegal residents evacuated from across the province including Lahore, IG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar
Punjab Police’s campaign for the evacuation of illegally residing foreign nationals is ongoing, under which 10,078 such individuals have been evacuated from across the province including Lahore. IG Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar said that during the campaign, more than 10,738 illegal residents have been shifted to holding centers, while 660 illegal residents are currently present at holding points. Punjab Police spokesperson shared that 5 holding centers have been established in Lahore and 46 across the province. IG Punjab said that, like other countries, the deportation policy is being implemented under international laws. The federal government and intelligence agencies are monitoring the evacuation campaign of illegal residents. The evacuation of all illegally residing individuals is being ensured and security is on high alert. Human rights are being fully considered during the evacuation process. Dr. Usman Anwar directed CCPO Lahore, RPOs, and DPOs to accelerate the evacuation process of illegally residing foreign nationals. IG Punjab further said that illegal foreign residents are being identified through the Special Branch, CTD, security agencies, and intelligence-based information.
(Handout No. 397)
Syed Mubasher Hussain
Director Public Relations
Punjab Police
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