The West Bengal government has initiated the establishment of detention facilities for suspected illegal immigrants, opening the first center in Murshidabad and preparing another in Malda. This move follows a directive aimed at deporting illegal Bangladeshi and Rohingya migrants, aligning with the BJP's campaign promise to address illegal immigration.

• 01The first detention facility opened in Murshidabad, with a second center underway in Malda.
• 02The West Bengal government issued an order on May 23 for district magistrates to establish holding centers for illegal immigrants.
• 03Three suspected Bangladeshi immigrants have already been detained at the Murshidabad center.
• 04The state government aims to implement a 'detect, delete, and deport' system for illegal immigrants.
• 05The establishment of these centers is part of the BJP's commitment to curb illegal immigration, which was a key campaign promise.

The establishment of detention facilities is likely to affect local communities, particularly those near the borders with Bangladesh.