Third phase of evacuation of illegally residing foreign nationals from across Punjab
Punjab Police has so far deported a total of 21,805 illegally residing foreign nationals including Afghans from across Punjab.
The third phase of evacuation of illegally residing foreign nationals from across Punjab has been initiated. In continuation of this process, Punjab Police has so far, during all three phases, deported a total of 21,805 illegally residing foreign nationals including Afghans from across Punjab including Lahore, while 123 illegally residing individuals are currently present at holding points. There are 5 holding centers in Lahore and 46 across the province. Inspector General Police Punjab Dr. Usman Anwar has said that while maintaining a high security alert, the evacuation of all illegally residing individuals is being ensured. He further said that Punjab Police is implementing the policy of repatriation of illegally residing foreign nationals in accordance with international laws, while fully considering human rights during the repatriation process.
(Handout No. 1021)
Syed Mubasher Hussain
Director Public Relations
Punjab Police
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