WB govt directs districts to set up 'holding centres' for foreigners
Current AffairsImmigration LawThe West Bengal government has directed districts to set up 'holding centres' for foreigners who are apprehended for illegal stay. The parties involved are the state government, the districts, and the foreigners. The court has not yet decided on the matter, but the directive has sparked widespread interest. The key legal provision relied on is the Foreigners Act 1946. This matters for Immigration Law students as it highlights the importance of understanding the laws and procedures related to foreign nationals.