At least four Rohingyas were apprehended by security forces in Assam’s Cachar district for entering India unlawfully. The individuals, including two women, were captured in the Katigorah area after illegally crossing the international border. Authorities discovered forged documents, such as refugee cards, in their possession. The four individuals have been detained by the police.
Assam’s Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, has declared a heightened crackdown on illegal infiltration, emphasizing that the state will not harbor undocumented foreign nationals. Sarma mentioned a significant “push-back” operation conducted in 2025 to deport illegal Bangladeshi nationals and vowed to intensify such efforts in the upcoming year. He reiterated the threat posed by illegal infiltration to Assam’s demographic balance, social harmony, and internal security.
Sarma underscored the government’s commitment to protecting the rights of indigenous communities and upholding the law without compromise. He criticized past administrations for failing to decisively address the issue of infiltration, particularly in border districts. Sarma credited recent administrative actions, improved border surveillance, and enhanced coordination between state and central security forces for bolstering enforcement measures.
The Chief Minister affirmed the government’s dedication to fully implementing the Assam Accord, including provisions related to identifying, removing, and deporting illegal foreigners. Safeguarding Assam’s cultural identity, land rights, and demographic integrity remains a primary focus for the administration.
