43 Indians among 186 deported by Maldives

Tribune News Service

New Delhi, February 14

Maldives has deported 186 foreigners, including 43 Indians, who had allegedly committed crimes in the island nation, reported the local media. In all, nationals from 12 countries were deported, but there was none from China.

The highest number of deportees were 83 from Bangladesh, followed by 43 Indians, 25 Sri Lankans and eight Nepalese. It is, however, not known when they were deported.

From 12 nations

• The highest number of deportees were 83 from Bangladesh, followed by 43 Indians, 25 Sri Lankans and eight Nepalese
• In all, nationals from 12 countries were deported, but there was none from China

Operations were conducted to track down illegal immigrants and to put a stop to prostitution that was being facilitated by some local individuals in cooperation with foreigners, said Acting Head of Crime Investigation Command Chief Superintendent of Police Ahmed Nafiz.

The Maldives has over one lakh foreign residents and grapples with a significant number of illegal immigrants. Homeland Security Minister Ali Ihusan said at a press briefing on Tuesday that the ministry was working together with the Economic Ministry to act against illegal businesses operating under various names.

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