Eight Bangladeshi nationals were arrested by the police of Nimta police station in North 24 Parganas on charges of illegal infiltration. A person named Shahidul Islam was also arrested for allegedly providing them shelter. Multiple documents including Aadhaar cards, PAN cards, e-ration cards, birth certificates, bank debit and credit cards were recovered from the arrested individuals. Bangladeshi birth certificates were also found. It is alleged that they had created documents and started living there during the Trinamool government’s tenure.

According to police sources, during patrol duty on Sunday, a person named Suman Gain was seen moving suspiciously in the Golbagan market area and was detained. During interrogation, he confessed to being a Bangladeshi citizen. Later, a raid was conducted at a rented house in the Nandannagar Amtala area of Belghoria. Multiple documents including Aadhaar, PAN, e-ration card, birth certificate, Axis Bank debit and credit cards were recovered in his name. It is being verified whether these are genuine or fake. Cash amounting to 22,910 rupees was also seized.

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Aadhaar, PAN, e-ration card, birth certificate, Axis Bank debit and credit cards among multiple documents recovered. It is being verified whether these are genuine or fake. Cash amounting to 22,910 rupees was also seized.

During interrogation, Suman Gain revealed the names of two other Bangladeshis, Baharul Mandal and Abdul Rahman Sardar, to the police. Subsequently, they were arrested during a raid in the Fataullapur area of Nimta. Investigators claim that the arrested individuals were involved in creating fake Indian identity documents for new infiltrators arriving from Bangladesh. The arrested individuals are Suman Gain, Baharul Mandal, Abdul Rahman Sardar, Riyaz Mandal, Ilish Sardar, Jahara Bibi, Anwara Bibi, Sumi Bibi, and Shahidul Islam. Police have filed a case against them under the Immigration and Foreigners Act for entering and residing in India without valid documents. The police are also investigating where they got the documents made and who helped them in this work.

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Nimta

Nimta is a neighborhood in the North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, India, located near Kolkata. Historically, it was part of the zamindari estate of the Nimta Raj family, and the area is known for its ancient Durga temple, which is over 300 years old and features exquisite terracotta work. Today, Nimta is a residential suburb that retains its cultural heritage while blending with the urban expansion of the Kolkata metropolitan area.

North 24 Parganas

North 24 Parganas is a district in the Indian state of West Bengal, located in the southern part of the state and encompassing areas north of Kolkata. Historically, it was part of the larger 24 Parganas district established by the British East India Company in 1757 after the Battle of Plassey, later reorganized in 1986. The district is known for its rich cultural heritage, including the Sundarbans mangrove forest, and serves as an important economic and administrative hub for the region.

Golbagan market

Golbagan Market is a historic commercial area located in the city of Rajshahi, Bangladesh. Established during the British colonial period, it has long served as a central hub for local trade, particularly known for its vibrant textile and fabric shops. Today, it remains a bustling marketplace that reflects the region’s cultural and economic heritage.

Nandannagar Amtala

Nandannagar Amtala is a locality situated in the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, India, known for its blend of urban and semi-rural character. Historically, the area developed as a residential and commercial hub along the railway line connecting Kolkata to the Sundarbans, with its growth tied to the expansion of the Kolkata metropolitan region. Today, it serves as a transit point and a local center for trade, education, and community life.

Belghoria

Belghoria is a neighborhood in North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India, located near the boundary of Kolkata. Historically, it gained prominence as an industrial and residential area along the Belghoria Expressway, which connects Kolkata to the airport and National Highway 12. The area is also known for the Belgharia railway station, part of the Kolkata Suburban Railway system, and has evolved from a rural settlement into a bustling urban locality over the 20th century.

Fataullapur

Fataullapur is a village located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India, within the district of Kannauj. Historically, the region is part of the ancient and medieval heartland of North India, with Kannauj itself being a prominent center of power and culture during the Gupta and later Rajput periods. Today, Fataullapur remains a rural settlement, reflecting the agricultural traditions and historical legacy of the broader Kannauj area.