By Mustafa Ali
Lahore:Punjab Police’s campaign for the evacuation of illegal foreign nationals is rapidly ongoing. As part of this effort, 11,892 illegal foreign nationals, including Afghans, have been deported from across the province, including Lahore. Inspector General of Punjab Police, Dr. Usman Anwar, said that 12,274 illegal residents have been shifted to holding centers during the campaign, while 382 illegal residents are currently present at holding points. He further shared that five holding centers have been established in Lahore and 46 across the province. IG Punjab said that the policy of evacuation is being implemented in accordance with international laws and that security is on high alert. The evacuation of all illegal residents will be ensured, and human rights are being fully observed during the process. Dr. Usman Anwar directed CCPO Lahore, RPOs, and DPOs to accelerate the process of eviction of illegal foreign migrants. IG Punjab further added that illegal foreign nationals are being identified through the Special Branch, CTD, security agencies, and intelligence-based information.
