New Delhi: Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) Vinay Kumar Saxena asked the Delhi Police to increase vigil on the influx of illegal immigrants and launch a special campaign to identify those who entered the UT without valid documents.
A letter by LG's principal secretary to the secretary to the chief minister, commissioner of police, MCD commissioner, and NDMC chairman expressing concern over illegal immigrants trying to obtain Aadhaar, EPIC cards, etc., with fake documents has made the matter serious.
The letter states that if the EPIC card is issued to them, they will be eligible to cast votes which will not only be a cause of concern for national security but also spark a stir among the citizens. It directed the CM's secretary to instruct all district administration to be very minute while vetting the application for identity documents.
The communique has also directed the police commissioner to instruct the regional officers to remain extra vigilant while inspecting slums on the roadside and government plots. In collaboration with the central agencies, it has also been directed to identify illegal immigrants and take immediate action. The letter has instructed government agencies to ensure zero illegal occupation of public places as directed by the apex court.
The move aims to contain the increasing number of illegal immigrants in Delhi, posing a threat to national security. As per the Election Commission data, the number of electors in Delhi has increased by over five lakh between October 28, 2023 and October 2024.
The Delhi government's announcement of a Rs 1,000 allowance every month to women above 18 under the Mahila Samman scheme, is believed to have increased the number of women voters.
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