Thu May 08 18:17:11 UTC 2025: ## Madras High Court Orders Investigation into Overstaying Foreign Nationals
**Madurai, India (May 9, 2025)** – The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has ordered the Indian central and state governments to submit reports on their actions regarding foreign nationals overstaying their visas. The directive comes in response to a public interest litigation petition alleging that these individuals, particularly from Pakistan, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and African countries, are involved in illegal activities such as drug and weapons trafficking, potentially in collusion with political figures.
The petition, filed by K.K. Ramesh, cited media reports highlighting the issue in Tamil Nadu. The court, comprised of Justices M. Dhandapani and R. Sakthivel, has requested a detailed account of steps taken to deport those who have overstayed their visas. The case has been adjourned until June 9th.
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