ISLAMABAD: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) and Islamabad administration have launched a coordinated crackdown on foreign nationals residing illegally in the federal capital and surrounding districts.
The decision was taken during a high-level task force meeting at CDA Headquarters, attended by senior officials from Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Murree, and Haripur, as well as representatives from the Ministry of Interior, NADRA, FIA, CTD, and other law enforcement bodies.
CDA Chairman Muhammad Ali Randhawa directed the formulation of a comprehensive plan to prevent the resettlement of undocumented foreigners and called for an integrated database containing complete records, including residential details. “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,” he said.
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The task force decided to declare Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Attock, Murree, and Haripur as “safe zones” where no undocumented foreign nationals would be allowed to settle. Authorities will also monitor adjoining areas, enforce action against unregistered foreign tenants, and strengthen coordination through focal persons in each district.
In addition, it was agreed that stamp papers will not be issued for property transactions involving undocumented foreigners, while the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) will block mobile SIM issuance to those without valid visas. The Tenancy Act will also be strictly enforced.
Randhawa underscored that district administrations will immediately begin data collection on foreign nationals residing without legal documents. He stressed that the government is committed to national security and stability by permanently resolving the issue of illegal immigrants. “All relevant institutions are working together to implement robust measures against illegal immigration,” he added.
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