Jharkhand High Court Directs State Govt To Identify "Illegal Immigrants" In Six Districts Allegedly Coming From Bangladesh

The Jharkhand High Court has directed the state government to deploy its Special Branch for identifying illegal immigrants, specifically those allegedly coming from Bangladesh. The court emphasized using the "Record of Rights" to ascertain the authenticity of land ownership and identify unauthorized individuals. This directive is a response to petitions highlighting concerns over the rising influx of illegal immigrants in the state, which could disrupt the demographic balance. The court also noted the importance of stringent verification processes and asked the government to take all necessary actions to address this issue, stressing the need to maintain law and order in the region.