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Action taken against 94 Bangladeshi nationals for unauthorised stay
Pune Police intensified crackdown on illegal immigration and unauthorised stay in Zone 1 beginning June 2025, initiating verification, detention, and deportation drives that have affected 94 Bangladeshi nationals. On May 11, 2026, Faraskhana police conducted a late-night operation in Budhwar Peth, detaining five Bangladeshi women suspected of illegal residence and possible prostitution, with investigations and deportation proceedings underway.
Why It Matters
The actions reflect ongoing immigration enforcement in Indian cities and concerns over unauthorized stays and potential trafficking networks.
Timeline
2 Events
Late-night operation in Budhwar Peth detains five Bangladeshi women
May 11, 2026
Faraskhana police detained five Bangladeshi women allegedly residing illegally in India during a late-night combing operation in the Budhwar Peth red-light area, conducted between 1 am and 9 am on May 11, following instructions from the Pune Police Commissioner to trace and act against illegal Bangladeshi nationals. Preliminary investigations found they had crossed the India-Bangladesh border illegally and were residing in Pune without valid travel or identity documents; documentary evidence confirming Bangladeshi nationality was recovered, and officials said they were allegedly engaged in prostitution. Legal action, including immigration proceedings and deportation, is underway. Officials noted that in 2026 alone, action has been taken against 72 Bangladeshi nationals, with 32 women in detention and deportation procedures completed for 40.
Crackdown begins in Zone 1 with special verification and deportation drives
June 2025
Pune Police launched a crackdown in Zone 1 on illegal immigration, conducting document verification, detention, and deportation of Bangladeshi nationals residing in Pune without valid documents or permissions. Operations covered areas under Faraskhana, Samarth, Khadak, Vishrambaug, Deccan, and Shivajinagar. Action was initiated against 17 Bangladeshi nationals in Zone 1, and 17 women were deported back to Bangladesh after completion of legal formalities.