India's immigration raids send ripples through slums and skyscrapers alike
Summary
In India, immigration raids target illegal immigrants, focusing on Bengali-speaking Muslims in the Gurugram area. These actions have led to unrest and fear among local workers and residents, impacting the city's social fabric.Key Facts
- The raids aim to identify illegal immigrants; authorities focus on Bengali-speaking Muslims.
- Workers were detained and kept in "holding centres" until they could prove their citizenship.
- Allegations of mistreatment by police during the verification process have been made but are denied by officials.
- Out of 250 people detained, only 10 were identified as illegal immigrants for deportation.
- Many workers have fled the city, leaving behind jobs and belongings due to fear.
- The departure of workers has caused inconveniences for residents, like uncollected trash.
- India has a long history of addressing illegal immigrants, particularly from Bangladesh, due to a shared border.
- Recent deportation efforts have intensified under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government.
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