CDA, LEAs Crack Down on Illegal Immigrants in Capital

News Desk

Islamabad: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Islamabad administration have launched a coordinated crackdown against foreign nationals residing illegally in the federal capital and surrounding districts.

Following a high-level task force meeting, the CDA chairman directed the formulation of a comprehensive plan to prevent the resettlement of undocumented foreigners. He also called for the creation of an integrated database containing complete records, including residential details, of foreign nationals.

“Seamless data synchronization among all relevant institutions is essential. Only foreigners with valid visas will be allowed to stay, and strict legal action will be taken against violators,” the CDA chief said.

The task force declared Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Murree, and Haripur as “safe zones,” vowing to ensure that no undocumented foreign nationals settle in these areas. Authorities will also monitor adjoining regions, take action against unregistered foreign tenants, and appoint focal persons in each district to improve coordination.

In addition, it was decided that stamp papers will no longer be issued for property transactions involving undocumented foreigners, while the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) will block the issuance of mobile SIMs to those without valid visas. The strict enforcement of the Tenancy Act was also emphasized.

CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa said district administrations will immediately begin data collection on foreigners residing without legal documents. He stressed that the government remains committed to national security and stability by permanently resolving the issue of illegal immigration.

“All relevant institutions are working together to implement robust measures against illegal immigration,” he added.

The meeting, held at CDA Headquarters, was attended by senior officials from Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Murree, and Haripur, as well as representatives from the Ministry of Interior, National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), and other law enforcement bodies.