Bangladeshi infiltration a growing concern as over 3000 infiltrators identified in Odisha

The issue of illegal infiltration from Bangladesh has been a pressing concern in Odisha. As per the latest data provided by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi in Odisha Assembly on Monday, a total of 3,738 Bangladeshi infiltrators have been identified across various districts of the state.

The data was revealed by the CM Mohan Majhi while replying to a question raised by MLA Manas Dutta in Odisha Assembly.

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District-wise Breakdown of Infiltrators:

Bhadrak: 199
Kendrapara: 1,649
Bhubaneswar: 17
Jagatsinghpur: 1,112
Malkangiri: 655
Nabarangpur: 106

What Make Odisha Vulnerable to Infiltrations?

The infiltration of illegal migrants has raised security concerns, especially in border and coastal regions in the country. Odisha too has a vast coastline making it vulnerable to infiltrations.

 Over the past ten years, as many as 41 criminal cases have been registered against Bangladeshi nationals in Odisha, further intensifying the need for stricter border surveillance and legal measures.

Authorities have been urged to take stringent actions, including verification drives, deportation processes, and policy-level interventions to curb the growing infiltration issue. 

The Odisha government is expected to enhance coordination with central agencies to address the situation effectively and ensure the safety and demographic stability of the affected regions.