On the fifth day of the Bihar Assembly’s budget session, BJP legislator Mithilesh Tiwari from Baikunthpur expressed worry about the presence of foreign nationals in Gopalganj district. Tiwari highlighted that a significant number of foreign nationals had arrived in Gopalganj between 1990 and 2015, questioning whether they had all returned to their countries or if some had settled permanently in the district.
He specifically mentioned that 167 citizens from Rawalpindi, Pakistan, had reportedly come to Gopalganj, but their current status remains unclear. Tiwari raised concerns about the possibility of people from outside living in the district under changed identities, hinting at a potential serious conspiracy.
Tiwari emphasized the need for clarity on the situation, especially regarding individuals who may have acquired Indian citizenship after arriving on religious pilgrimages. He urged the government to investigate thoroughly and determine if any documents exist related to these foreign nationals.
Deputy Chief Minister and Home Minister Samrat Choudhary, responding on behalf of the government, assured the Assembly that a detailed investigation would be conducted. Tiwari also submitted specific suggestions to the Home Minister for consideration in the inquiry, adding a security and demographic dimension to the ongoing budget session debates.
