Assam Government Identifies 13 Illegal Immigrants, Takes Action

In a recent announcement, Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma revealed that 13 illegal immigrants have been identified, with legal actions initiated against them. While the specific locations of these individuals remain undisclosed, the government is committed to safeguarding the state's interests through ongoing identification and deportation efforts. Over the last decade, Assam has deported around 2,100 illegal foreigners, primarily from Bangladesh. This move underscores the government's dedication to maintaining security and addressing illegal immigration effectively.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 28, 2026, 10:55 IST

Identification and Action Against Illegal Immigrants

Guwahati, July 28 - The Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma, announced that 13 illegal immigrants have been identified, and appropriate legal measures have been initiated against them. However, he did not disclose the specific locations within the state where these individuals were located. In a post on the social media platform X, Chief Minister Sarma stated that efforts are ongoing to ensure the protection of Assam's interests through identification, name removal, and deportation processes.

He confirmed that actions have been taken in accordance with the law against the identified individuals. The Chief Minister emphasized that the Assam government will take stringent measures against any elements posing a threat to the state's security. Recently, the state government informed the assembly that approximately 2,100 illegal foreigners have been deported, expelled, or sent back to their countries over the past decade.

Out of these, 2,023 individuals were from Bangladesh.