Pakistanis in Odisha to Be Asked to Leave

12 Pakistanis in Odisha Face Expulsion

Twelve Pakistanis living in the Indian state of Odisha on long-term visas are being asked to leave the country. This comes after the Indian government, citing security concerns, decided to review the status of all Pakistani nationals residing in India.

The Home Ministry in India has ordered all states to make sure that Pakistani citizens leave India by a certain deadline. They’ve also asked states to identify Pakistani nationals in their areas and help them leave the country.

Following this order, the Odisha government has started the process of sending exit notices to these 12 individuals. Officials are checking their visa details, if they’ve applied for citizenship or asylum, and making sure everything is done according to the law.

Typically, Pakistani citizens living in India on long-term visas have to follow strict rules, like checking in with the police regularly, not traveling freely, and needing permission to work.

While authorities haven’t said who these people are or where they live for security reasons, they’ve said they’ll be leaving the country in a safe and orderly way. The police and immigration officials are on alert to make sure everything goes smoothly.

A Wider Push on Immigration

This action in Odisha is part of a bigger trend in India. The government is taking steps to be tougher on immigration and keep a closer eye on foreign nationals living in the country.

Because of recent events, like a terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed many people, the Indian government is taking national security very seriously. It’s likely that other states will follow Odisha’s lead and ask Pakistani nationals to leave as well.