Hamirpur (Himachal Pradesh) [India] : BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Sunday accused the Congress-led Himachal Pradesh government of inaction regarding Pakistani citizens residing in India, both legally and illegally, calling it a matter of national security. Thakur alleged that non-BJP states, including Himachal Pradesh, have failed to act decisively on the issue despite central government directives
Speaking to the press, Thakur questioned the Congress party’s intent, saying, “Action is underway to deport Pakistani nationals, but non-BJP ruled states have shown negligible initiative. In Himachal too, there’s no visible action. What is stopping the Congress? Why are they speaking the language of Pakistan?”
He further urged the Himachal government to take swift action, referencing a memorandum submitted earlier in the day that demanded the removal of all Pakistani nationals from the state.
Simultaneously, the BJP organized protests at 17 locations across 12 districts in Himachal Pradesh to pressure the state government. Leading a demonstration in Shimla, BJP Himachal Pradesh President Rajeev Bindal emphasized the national importance of the issue and said, “Prime Minister Narendra Modi took this matter seriously and called an all-party meeting. A circular was sent to all states directing the deportation of Pakistani nationals.”
Bindal criticized the Congress-led Himachal government for its lack of enforcement, claiming that individuals who migrated from Pakistan decades ago have even managed to become Indian voters. “Such negligence is dangerous. Himachal could become a safe haven for infiltrators,” he warned.
He added, “Our country cannot become a ‘sarai’ (inn) for outsiders. The central government’s decision was supported by all parties—why is Himachal’s government backing out now?”
This crackdown follows the deadly Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which killed 26 tourists. In response, the Indian government revoked entry permissions for Pakistani nationals—except those on long-term, diplomatic, or official visas—effective from April 27.