Jaipur Police Arrest Three Thai Women for Overstaying with Expired Passports and Visas
In a significant crackdown on illegal immigration, Jaipur police arrested three Thai women from a city hotel on Sunday for overstaying in India with expired passports and visas. The arrests were made during a coordinated raid conducted by the city police and the district special team (DST), highlighting ongoing efforts to enforce immigration laws.
Hotel Owner Booked Under Foreigners Act for Accommodating Foreign Nationals Illegally
During the operation, police identified the hotel owner as Ankit Yadav, aged 26, and booked him under provisions of the Foreigners Act for illegally accommodating foreign nationals without valid documents. This action underscores the legal responsibilities of hoteliers in verifying the credentials of their guests, especially those from abroad.
Police have also written to the municipal corporation seeking cancellation of the hotel's registration, indicating severe consequences for establishments that fail to comply with regulatory norms. This move aims to deter other hotels from similar violations and ensure stricter adherence to immigration protocols.
Confidential Information Led to Raid and Discovery of Six Thai Women
Deputy commissioner of police (south) Rajarshi Raj stated that the action followed confidential information received a few days ago about foreign nationals staying illegally in hotels across the city. During verification at the targeted hotel, authorities discovered six women from Thailand residing on the premises.
"Verification of travel documents revealed that the validity of passports and visas of three of them had expired," Raj explained. The three women were found to be staying at the hotel by concealing their identity, in clear violation of immigration norms, while the hotel owner had neglected to verify their documents before allowing their stay.
Deportation Proceedings Initiated Against the Arrested Women
Following the arrests, police shared information with the Foreigners Registration Office and the CID (Visa) to initiate deportation proceedings against the three women. This step is part of standard procedures to address cases of illegal overstay and ensure that immigration laws are upheld effectively.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of proper documentation for foreign nationals visiting India and the critical role of local authorities in monitoring compliance. It also highlights the collaborative efforts between various law enforcement agencies to tackle immigration-related offenses in urban areas like Jaipur.
