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India’s West Bengal pushes out Muslim Bangladeshis Thousands of Muslim Bangladeshis have been detained or deported under West Bengal's new BJP government.

Bengal government begins crackdown on Bangladeshi infiltrators; CM ... Bengal begins action against Bangladeshi infiltrators: The announcement, made by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, marks a definitive end to years of political deadlock over border security and sets a one-year deadline to completely seal the state's international border with Bangladesh. Trending Photos In an expected policy move following the BJP's recent electoral victory, the West Bengal government has launched a massive crackdown on illegal Bangladeshi migrants or infiltrators. Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has announced a strict 'detect, delete, and deport' protocol and has directed the DGP as well as the Chief Secretary Manoj Agarwal to ensure compliance. Chief Minister Adhikari also said that the bordering police stations have been asked to launch the action. The announcement, made by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, marks a definitive end to years of political deadlock over border security and sets a one-year deadline to completely seal the state's international border with Bangladesh. Also Read:New West Bengal govt grants ED sanction to prosecute ex-RG Kar principal Sandip Ghosh Following d…

India's BJP orders detention centers for Rohingyas, Bangladeshis India’s ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has directed authorities in West Bengal to establish detention centers for undocumented Bangladeshis and Rohingya Muslims, triggering al...

Deported in Silence: India's mass expulsions of alleged Bangladeshis ... India Rights Deported in Silence: India’s mass expulsions of alleged Bangladeshis without due process Tanya Arora July 3, 2025 Share Facebook Twitter Linkedin WhatsApp Since May 7, over 2,000 individuals—mostly Bengali-speaking migrants—have been rounded up and covertly deported under Operation Sindoor, a nationwide crackdown bypassing legal safeguards. But a growing backlash from constitutional courts and state governments—especially West Bengal—has begun to challenge the legality, profiling, and human cost of these shadow deportations. Image: AFP Since May 7, when the Union Government launched Operation Sindoor , a massive, coordinated crackdown has led to the detention and covert deportation of over 2,000 individuals suspected of being undocumented Bangladeshi immigrants. These so-called “pushbacks” — many reportedly carried out without any judicial oversight or deportation orders — have spanned across the country, raising grave questions about legality and human rights. According to sources in The Indian Express , the operation began following a nationwide verification exercise and has seen immigrants rou…

India’s Bengal pushes out Muslim Bangladeshis, deepening religious tensions Hundreds 'pushed' to border and many others put in detention centres as part of a crackdown on undocumented migrants.

India: West Bengal deportations raise human rights concerns Deporting thousands from India's West Bengal state fulfills a key Modi promise but strains ties with neighboring Bangladesh over verification and repatriation.

India: Ethnic Bengalis Unlawfully Expelled - Human Rights Watch Click to expand Image Border Guard Bangladesh personnel stand guard in the Sadipur border area in Benapole, Jessore district, Bangladesh, June 3, 2026. © 2026 Kazi Salahuddin Razu/NurPhoto via AP Photo (London) – Indian authorities are forcibly expelling ethnic Bengali residents, mostly Muslims from West Bengal state, to Bangladesh without basic due process, Human Rights Watch said today. Indian Border Security Force (BSF) actions, combined with Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) efforts to block those expelled from entering, has left dozens of families stranded at the “zero line” between the two countries. Bangladeshi border guards have reported that since June 1, 2026, they have foiled 21 attempts by the BSF to push more than 200 people, including children, into Bangladesh’s border districts. The chief minister of India’s West Bengal state, Suvendu Adhikari, who took office after the Hindu-majoritarian Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won the March elections, said that the government under his “detect, delete and deport” policy had detained hundreds of “Bangladeshi infiltrators” and forced nearly 5,000 people “to go back.” “…

West Bengal orders holding centres for Bangladeshis, Rohingyas awaiting ... The West Bengal Government on Friday ordered the establishment of holding (detention) centres in all districts across the state. The order was issued by the Secretary of the Home and Hill Affairs Department to the state police chief, the Commissioner of Police, the Foreigner Regional Registration Office (FRRO) inKolkata, and the Superintendents of Police in all districts. The order, which is available toThe Indian Express, outlines the procedure for the deportation of Bangladeshis and Rohingyas apprehended for their illegal stay in India. “In this connection, it is requested to take initiative/appropriate action for setting up of Holding Centres in the district for apprehended foreigners as well as for the released foreign prisoners awaiting deportation/repatriation in accordance with the MHA guideline under reference,” read the order. The newly elected BJP government in West Bengal has prioritized the issue of illegal immigration. During its first cabinet meeting, the government decided to allocate land to the Border Security Force (BSF) for the fencing of the border with Bangladesh, and has embarked …

Tamil Nadu Deports 33 Illegal Bangladeshi Migrants, Sent To West Bengal ... ETV Bharat / state Tamil Nadu Deports 33 Illegal Bangladeshi Migrants, Sent To West Bengal By Train As part of a crackdown, 33 Bangladeshis were deported from Tamil Nadu after months in a refugee camp and sent to West Bengal by train. Bangladeshi nationals escorted by police at Tiruchirappalli station. ( ETV Bharat ) By ETV Bharat English Team Published : March 21, 2026 at 5:02 PM IST 1 Min Read Tiruchirappalli: As many as 33 Bangladeshi nationals who were staying illegally in India without valid documents have been deported to their home country by train. The Tamil Nadu Police had earlier detained these individuals, including four children, four women and 25 men, for various reasons such as involvement in criminal cases, visa expiry and lack of valid documents. They had been housed for several months at a refugee camp in Attur, Salem district, where basic facilities, including food, were provided. However, the detainees had repeatedly staged hunger strikes at the camp, demanding that authorities take steps to send them back to Bangladesh. The Salem district administration had brought the matter to the att…

India orders migrant centres in West Bengal - Pakistan Today - Pakistan Today May 25, 2026 India's BJP has ordered holding centres for undocumented Bangladeshis and Rohingyas in West Bengal after taking power in the state. The move has raised fears among minorities and drawn criticism from rights activists. News Desk May 25, 2026 NEW DELHI: India's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party has directed authorities in West Bengal to establish detention facilities for undocumented Bangladeshis and Rohingyas, a move that has triggered concern among minorities over the risk of arbitrary expulsions. The directive was issued only days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP took power in the eastern state for the first time since India's independence in 1947. The order instructs local officials to create holding centres for apprehended foreigners awaiting deportation as part of a wider campaign against illegal migration. The government has defended what it describes as a detect, delete, deport policy, saying those being targeted are migrants residing in the country unlawfully. "Illegal migration has security and socio-economic ramifications which are often well beyond law enforcement," the …

'Infiltrators Will Be Removed': West Bengal CM Shuvendu Adhikari Vows ... International 2 min. Read ‘Infiltrators Will Be Removed’: West Bengal CM Shuvendu Adhikari Vows Strong Border Action, Zero Tolerance on Law and Order By NB Staff May 19, 2026 Facebook Twitter Linkedin WhatsApp Since coming to power, newly elected Chief Minister Subhendu Adhikari has repeatedly given strong messages about border security and infiltrators in West Bengal. At a vote of thanks ceremony held at Bhowanipore and Camac Street in Kolkata on Monday evening, May 18, he issued a strong warning about sending back infiltrators and maintaining law and order. The event was organized to thank voters after the BJP defeated Trinamool Congress leader Mamata Banerjee in her home constituency of Bhabanipur by over 15,000 votes in the recently concluded assembly elections. The Chief Minister stated that borders will be secured, non-Indians will be shown the door, and infiltrators will be removed and sent back to Bangladesh through the route they came from. He commented that since he became Chief Minister, the ‘irritability’ of the Jamaat in Bangladesh has increased much more than that of the Trinamool, CPM, or Cong…

TN police deport 33 Bangladeshi migrants by train - Dailyhunt I n a coordinated operation, the Tamil Nadu Police on Friday deported 33 Bangladeshi nationals who had been residing in India without valid documentation, officials said. Advertisement The group, comprising 25 men, four women and four children, had earlier been detained on grounds including alleged involvement in criminal cases, visa expiry and lack of proper documents. They had been lodged for several months at a special refugee camp in Attur in Salem district, where authorities provided basic facilities such as food and shelter. During their stay, the detainees reportedly staged multiple hunger strikes, urging officials to expedite their return to Bangladesh. The issue was subsequently taken up by the Salem district administration with the state government. Following this, the Ministry of External Affairs initiated communication with the Bangladesh High Commission in India to facilitate the deportation process. Officials said the repatriation had been delayed due to internal unrest and instability in Bangladesh over the past year. On Friday, the migrants were transported under heavy security from the Salem camp to Tir…

Seven Bangladeshi illegal immigrants detained in Delhi, deportation.. Seven Bangladeshi illegal immigrants detained in Delhi, deportation process underway 16-07-2025 Wed 10:49 | National | IANS New Delhi, July 16 : In two separate operations carried out by Delhi Police, seven Bangladeshi nationals residing illegally in the national capital have been apprehended and handed over to immigration authorities for deportation. The coordinated efforts by Dwarka and South West District police reflect an intensified crackdown on illegal immigration as part of ongoing surveillance and enforcement drives. In the first case, the Bindapur Police Station team from Dwarka District traced two Bangladeshi nationals who had been living illegally in the area. Acting under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Dwarka District, a special drive was launched to identify and take strict action against undocumented foreign nationals. The Crack team of the Bindapur police station traced two illegally staying Bangladeshi migrants. They were deported as per procedure, the official press release stated. The individuals were identified as Shahadatt, 30, son of Abdul Khalik from Morrelganj, Khulna,…

33 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Deported From Tamil Nadu, Sent To West ... Home Uncategorized 33 Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals Deported From Tamil Nadu, Sent To West Bengal... Uncategorized News State Tamil Nadu Authorities in Tamil Nadu on Friday, 20 March 2026, initiated the deportation process of 33 Bangladeshi nationals who had been detained in Salem district for residing in India without valid documentation, as reported in The Hindu . According to police officials, the group was transported from Tiruchirappalli Railway Station aboard the Tiruchi–Howrah Super Fast Express. A separate coach was attached to the train for the detainees, who are being escorted by a special team of the Tamil Nadu Police, with logistical support from the Railway Protection Force. Officials stated that upon arrival in West Bengal, the detainees will be handed over to the Border Security Force, which will oversee their repatriation to Bangladesh through designated border points. The deportation forms part of an ongoing nationwide exercise initiated by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs to identify and remove foreign nationals residing in India without valid travel documents. Railway authorities indic…

India orders migrant detention centers in West Bengal, sparking expulsion fears Get Alerts NEW DELHI  -  India’s ruling Hindu-nationalist party has ordered detention centers for undocumented Bangladeshis and Rohingyas in West Bengal state, sparking fear among minorities that it could lead to arbitrary expulsions. The directive comes just days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party won power in the eastern state for the first time since the country’s independence in 1947. The order calls on local authorities to set up “holding centers” for “apprehended foreigners” awaiting deportation, as part of a broader crackdown on illegal migration. The government has defended its “detect, delete, deport” principle, saying those targeted are migrants staying illegally in the country. “Illegal migration has security and socio-economic ramifications which are often well beyond law enforcement” read the order, issued last week. The decision has fueled anxiety among West Bengal’s roughly 35 million Muslims, many of whom share linguistic and cultural ties with neighboring Bangladesh. Critics say the measure reflects the government’s long-standing hardline stance on immigration…

Bengal BJP Government Orders Detention Centres for Bangladeshis and ... Sign in Welcome! Log into your account Forgot your password? Get help Privacy Policy Password recovery Recover your password A password will be e-mailed to you. Home Latest News Bengal BJP Government Orders Detention Centres for Bangladeshis and Rohingyas Latest News Report Bengal BJP Government Orders Detention Centres for Bangladeshis and Rohingyas By Radiance News Bureau May 25, 2026 0 Share Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp New Delhi: The BJP government in West Bengal has directed all 23 districts in the state to establish holding centres for detained illegal immigrants, marking the first major enforcement step after the party came to power in the state. The order followed Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari’s recent announcement of a “detect, delete and deport” policy targeting alleged illegal Bangladeshi and Rohingya immigrants. Deportation of Bangladeshis and Rohingyas formed a major part of the BJP’s election campaign during the West Bengal Assembly polls. A notification issued by the Home and Hill Affairs Department instructed district magistrates to follow Union Home Ministry guidelines regarding deten…

India: Hundreds of Muslims Unlawfully Expelled to Bangladesh Click to expand Image Police officers detain alleged undocumented Bangladeshi nationals after they were arrested during raids in Ahmedabad, India, April 26, 2025. © 2025 Amit Dave/Reuters Indian authorities have expelled hundreds of ethnic Bengali Muslims to Bangladesh in recent weeks without due process, claiming they are illegal immigrants. The authorities’ claims that they are managing irregular immigration are unconvincing given their disregard for due process, domestic guarantees, and international human rights standards. The Indian government should ensure access to fundamental procedural safeguards for anyone subject to expulsion and should ensure that security forces and border guards do not use excessive force. (New York) – Indian authorities have expelled hundreds of ethnic Bengali Muslims to Bangladesh in recent weeks without due process, claiming they are “illegal immigrants,” Human Rights Watch said today. Many of them are Indian citizens from states bordering Bangladesh. Since May 2025, the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government has intensified operations to expel ethnic Bengali Musl…

India orders new deportation centres days after BJP election victory India’s ruling Hindu-nationalist party has ordered detention centres for undocumented Bangladeshis and Rohingyas in West Bengal state, sparking fear among minorities that it could lead to arbitrary expulsions. The directive comes just days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won power in the eastern state for the first time since the country’s independence in 1947. The order calls on local authorities to set up “holding centres” for “apprehended foreigners” awaiting...

Tamil Nadu sends 50 Bangladeshi nationals to Bengal for deportation ... India July 4, 2026 WOL Police said the group consists of 44 men and six women who had been lodged at the special detention camp. NEW DELHI: Fifty Bangladeshi nationals who were staying in a detention camp in Tamil Nadu have been sent to West Bengal as part of the process to deport them to Bangladesh. They are travelling under heavy police security and will be handed over to the Border Security Force before being repatriated. Police said the group consists of 44 men and six women who had been lodged at the special detention camp inside the Attur taluk office complex in Salem district. After deportation orders were issued, they were taken from the camp to Tiruchirappalli by road in three police vans on July 3 under tight security arrangements. From Tiruchirappalli, the group boarded the Howrah Express in a specially reserved coach. A 40-member armed police team, led by Salem Armed Reserve Deputy Superintendent of Police Sakthivel, is escorting them throughout the journey. Officials said the Tamil Nadu Police will hand over the Bangladeshi nationals to the Border Security Force at the Haridaspur land border in We…

India detains and deports 5,000 Bangladeshis <p>India has deported nearly 5,000 Bangladeshi citizens since Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Hindu-nationalist party <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/1997401">swept to power</a> in West Bengal last month, according to official statistics.</p> <p>Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won a sweeping victory in elections in the eastern border state of more than 100 million people, promising to “detect, delete and deport” illegal migrants.</p> <p>India shares a long and porous border with Muslim-majority Bangladesh, where migration has historically been driven by economic hardship and longstanding family links.</p> <p>On taking power, the new West Bengal government <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2002999/india-orders-migrant-detention-centres-in-west-bengal-sparking-arbitrary-explusion-fears">ordered</a> the establishment of detention centres for undocumented Bangladeshis and Rohingya refugees, a mainly Muslim people who fled persecution in Myanmar.</p> <figure class='media w-full sm:w-1/2 media--right media--embed media--uneven' data-original-src='https://www.dawn.com/news/1999321'> <div class='media__item media__item--…