Pramesh S Jain & Binish Thomas (Sub-Editor)
Former Chief Minister and MP Basavaraj Bommai said the illegal stay of Bangladeshi nationals in Bengaluru poses a threat to both the state and the nation.
In response to a news channel,he said on Monday the root cause of the illegal entry of Bangladeshi nationals lies at the Bangladesh border.The West Bengal government supports these infiltrators for their political gains by adding them to the voter list and providing them with fake ID cards and Aadhaar cards.After this, they migrate to other states.
He said Bengaluru is an attractive city,and thus they come here seeking jobs and have established their own colonies.When he was the Home Minister,they identified around 64 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants and attempted to deport them to Bangladesh.
However,the West Bengal government did not cooperate,and their police did not support the Karnataka police.Therefore,it was found that they remained in West Bengal.
Bommai said the Bangladeshi immigrants are not only in Bengaluru but have also settled in coffee estates in Chikkamagaluru and fishing ports.
Anti-social elements have entered illegally and engage in anti-social activities here as well.It is unfortunate that some political parties are prioritizing political gains over national security and interests.
Regardless,both the central and state governments must take this issue seriously.Specifically,the state government should issue proper ID cards to anyone coming from outside and ensure that those obtaining fake Aadhaar and ID cards for employment are identified and expelled.
Won’t Suffice
Asked about Home Minister,Dr.G.Parameshwara’s statement,he responded that action will not occur immediately just because Home Minister Parameshwara said he would take action.
They have seen in many instances that there is no relation between his statements and the actions of the police department.This is not like other cases; it must be taken seriously.
The Bangladeshi colonies must be identified and the individuals deported.Under no circumstances should they be integrated into the government system.Dr Parameshwara must not just make statements;he must initiate operations.Otherwise,a great danger awaits,he warned.