5,020 foreigners deported

By Our Correspondent
April 09, 2025
Afghan citizens wait with their belongings to cross into Afghanistan in Chaman on October 31, 2023. — Reuters
Afghan citizens wait with their belongings to cross into Afghanistan in Chaman on October 31, 2023. — Reuters

LAHORE:Punjab Police have deported 5,020 individuals, who were illegally residing in the province, including Lahore. According to Punjab Police spokesperson, over 7,672 foreigners have been shifted to holding centres during the campaign and 2,652 are still at holding points. According to the IGP Dr Usman Anwar, the federal government and intelligence agencies are actively monitoring the deportation campaign of illegal residents.