Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Digboi Village Residents Seek Eviction of Suspected Illegal Settlers
People in a village in Assam are worried because they think new people moving in are illegal.
They say that the village looks different now because of new houses and people they don't know.
They want the government to check who these people are and make them leave if they aren't supposed to be there.
The government is already trying to remove people who are living on land illegally in other parts of Assam.
Locals in Digboi's Navajyoti village allege a rise in suspected illegal immigrants.
Residents report a visible increase in new houses occupied by unfamiliar individuals.
Concerns arise amid the Assam government's crackdown on illegal encroachments.
Locals have requested an eviction drive and verification of the settlers' citizenship.
The district administration has yet to release an official statement on the matter.
- Who
- Locals, suspected illegal immigrants, Assam government.
- What
- Concerns over a rise in suspected illegal immigrants and potential encroachment in Navajyoti village.
- When
- July 29 (reported).
- Where
- Navajyoti village, Digboi, Assam.
- Why
- Locals fear long-term demographic and security risks due to unchecked settlement.
Village Residents' Stance
No opposing viewpoints present
Settlement Concerns
Village Residents' Stance
A visible change in the landscape of the village has been observed due to new houses occupied by unfamiliar individuals.
No opposing viewpoints present
No opposing viewpoint present.
Identity of Settlers
Village Residents' Stance
The settlers have no historical ties to the village and are suspected of being illegal immigrants.
No opposing viewpoints present
No opposing viewpoint was present.
- Location
- Navajyoti village, Digboi
- Concern
- Influx of suspected illegal immigrants
- Action Requested
- Eviction drive, citizenship verification
- Government Action
- Statewide crackdown on illegal encroachments
Sources
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