The UP government is stepping up its efforts to combat illegal immigration through the Zero-Tolerance Plan, Detention Centers, and Verification Drive.

A significant resolution to combat illegal immigration in the state has been announced by the Uttar Pradesh government. Authorities have been directed to thoroughly check the identity documentation of anyone suspected of living without the required authorization.

No one will be able to avoid inspection, and that is the plain message. The administration claims that upholding law and order and guaranteeing national security are of utmost importance. Anyone suspected of entering the state illegally will be subject to swift action under the new directives.

Enforcing a zero-tolerance stance toward illicit operations, expediting the identification of questionable persons, and expeditiously completing verification procedures are all mandated for each district. Following identification, legal action will be taken.

When asked by authorities, state residents will have to provide legitimate identity, such as Aadhaar cards. Temporary detention facilities will be established around Uttar Pradesh to oversee this procedure.

Until their verification is finished, unlawful foreign nationals will be housed in these facilities. These facilities will check the necessary documentation and offer minimal comforts. Those who are discovered to be living unlawfully will be deported following verification.

A person will be detained until their case is resolved if they are unable to present documentation during the verification campaign.

Large numbers of undocumented immigrants from nearby nations are said to have settled in several areas in the past, affecting local residents' rights. This topic has frequently sparked political conflicts, with some accusing opposing parties of aiding illegal immigrants in order to win votes.

Similar issues were brought up during elections in places like Bihar, when verification drives purportedly turned up a significant number of fraudulent voters. Illegal immigration is viewed as a threat to national security in addition to being a political problem.

Significant numbers of illegal migrants are apparently present in a number of Uttar Pradesh cities, including those who are hiding in major towns like Lucknow, Prayagraj, Ghaziabad, Noida, and others.

Supporters of the current push contend that it is essential to safeguard the nation's security and demographic balance, while critics contend that despite years of administration, actions against illegal immigrants have been sluggish.

Many people characterize illegal immigrants as a ticking time bomb that, if uncontrolled, may endanger the stability of the country. How illegal immigrants enter the nation in the first place is one of the main issues raised.

According to reports, many get counterfeit passports, evade border areas, and relocate to other states. Identification is challenging due to their propensity to mix in with the local populace.

Due to the state administration's stringent zero-tolerance policy, it is anticipated that a sizable number of undocumented immigrants would be deported prior to the next elections.

In the same manner that comparable activities changed outcomes in other states, observers think this could have an impact on political outcomes.