The Pakistani government plans to open three new crossing points along the Afghan border to facilitate the repatriation of illegal Afghan immigrants, with the crossings scheduled to open on Monday. The locations include the Badini-Shinband area of Qila Saifullah and two points in Brabcha and Noor Wahab areas of Chagai district. The move aims to alleviate the strain on the existing Chaman border crossing, overwhelmed by the influx of illegal immigrants. The repatriation process will be managed by various departments, and the Afghan government has been officially informed of the new crossings. Meanwhile, a report from the Sindh Home Department highlights illegal immigrants as a security threat, emphasizing the need for repatriation to prevent a significant demographic shift by 2040.
The Sindh government has expressed concern over the security threat posed by illegal immigrants and stressed the importance of their repatriation to prevent a demographic shift in the province by 2040. A report from the Sindh Home Department underscores the strain on resources due to the influx of illegal foreigners over the past four decades. The report, in collaboration with key stakeholders, warns of a worsening situation if the unchecked arrival of immigrants continues from Afghanistan and neighboring states. It notes the involvement of many illegal foreigners in criminal activities and terrorism. The report estimates a significant number of undocumented Afghans, Burmese, and Bengalis residing in Sindh, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the issue.
