Campaign for the Evacuation of illegally Residing Foreign Nationals
12,548 illegally residing individuals, including Afghans, have been deported from Punjab. Spokesperson Punjab Police
The campaign by Punjab Police for the evacuation of illegally residing foreign nationals is progressing rapidly, under which 12,548 illegally residing individuals, including Afghans, have been deported from across the province including Lahore. The spokesperson of Punjab Police informed that during the campaign, 12,759 illegally residing individuals have been transferred to holding centers, while 211 illegally residing individuals are currently present at holding points. The spokesperson of Punjab Police further said that 5 holding centers have been established in Lahore and 46 across the province. IG Punjab said that the policy of evacuation of illegally residing individuals is being implemented in accordance with international laws and that security is on high alert. The evacuation of all illegally residing individuals will be ensured, and human rights are being fully considered during the evacuation process.
(Handout No. 457)
Syed Mubasher Hussain
Director Public Relations
Punjab Police
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