The Government of West Bengal has intensified its drive against illegal infiltration, with Chief Minister Subhendu Adhikari leading a strict enforcement campaign under the newly introduced “Detect-Delete-Deport” policy. The initiative aims to identify illegal infiltrators, remove their names from official records, and deport them to Bangladesh after completing all legal procedures.
Soon after assuming office, the Chief Minister announced the policy as part of the state government’s broader effort to strengthen internal security and border management. Officials say the administration is adopting a zero-tolerance approach toward illegal entry and unauthorized settlement in border districts.
Under the policy framework, suspected infiltrators are first detained and kept in specially designated holding centres while verification and legal formalities are carried out. Once the required procedures are completed, the individuals are deported through official channels.
In a major development on Thursday, nearly 50 Bangladeshi infiltrators reportedly arrived at the Hakimpur check post in Swarupnagar area of North 24 Parganas, expressing their willingness to return to Bangladesh. Authorities confirmed that the individuals are being processed according to legal norms before deportation.
At present, three holding centres in the Swarupnagar region are housing around 350 people awaiting deportation. Security agencies and local administrative officials are maintaining strict surveillance in and around these facilities to prevent any untoward incidents.
The state government is also expanding its detention infrastructure. Another holding centre is currently being constructed in the Siliguri-Matigara-Naxalbari belt of North Bengal, an area considered strategically sensitive because of its proximity to international borders and transit routes.
Officials stated that border security has been significantly tightened in vulnerable regions. Surveillance systems are being upgraded, and coordination between the police, border security agencies, and intelligence units has been strengthened to identify infiltrators more effectively.
The administration believes that stronger border monitoring and faster verification mechanisms will help curb illegal infiltration and enhance public safety. The state government has reiterated that all actions are being carried out within the framework of law and due legal process.
The “Detect-Delete-Deport” policy is expected to remain a key focus area for the West Bengal government in the coming months as authorities continue efforts to secure border districts and prevent illegal entry into the state.
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