Tue Feb 03 16:02:18 UTC 2026: ### Headline: Bangladeshi Nationals Sentenced to Imprisonment for Illegal Entry into India
The Story:
A court in Bhubaneswar, India, sentenced nine Bangladeshi nationals to two years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of ₹10,000 each for failing to produce valid travel documents. The individuals, hailing from various districts in Bangladesh, were convicted under Section 14 of the Foreigners Act, 1946.
The suspects were apprehended at the Bhubaneswar Railway Station on March 8, 2025. Police investigations revealed they had entered India clandestinely through a jungle route in Assam. A chargesheet was submitted in May 2025, and the prosecution presented six witnesses and 14 documents during the trial.
Key Points:
- Nine Bangladeshi nationals convicted for illegal entry into India.
- Sentenced to two years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of ₹10,000 each.
- Convicted under Section 14 of the Foreigners Act, 1946.
- Apprehended at Bhubaneswar Railway Station on March 8, 2025.
- Entered India through a jungle route in Assam.
- Most of the accused were in their forties.
Key Takeaways:
- India continues to enforce its immigration laws.
- Illegal immigration from Bangladesh remains a concern for Indian authorities.
- The Foreigners Act of 1946 is still actively used to prosecute immigration offenses.
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