Today, On 27th March, The Lok Sabha passed the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, aimed at modernizing and streamlining immigration laws. The bill was introduced by Junior Home Minister Nityanand Rai on behalf of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. It seeks to replace outdated regulations with a more structured and efficient system. The legislation is expected to enhance border security and improve the management of foreign nationals in India.
New Delhi: The Lok Sabha approved the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, following a discussion aimed at modernizing and consolidating India’s immigration laws. Junior Home Minister Nityanand Rai presented the bill on behalf of Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
At the conclusion of a three-hour debate on the bill, Mr. Shah stated that India welcomes those who come to contribute to its development, but warned that individuals who arrive to cause trouble—whether Rohingya or Bangladeshis will face stringent measures.
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Mr. Shah noted before the Lok Sabha passed the legislation,
“The bill will also aid in identifying those who come here with malicious intent,”
Mr. Shah explained,
“Once enacted, the bill will assist in addressing illegal immigration into India and enable the tracking of foreigners who overstay,”
Mr. Shah highlighted the positive contributions made by Indians who have settled abroad and emphasized the need for a legal framework in India that makes those coming to the country for meaningful work and to aid in development feel welcome.
Mr. Shah stated after the lengthy debate,
“This is crucial. The primary issue is that immigration is not an isolated topic; it is intricately linked to various other issues. The bill will ensure close monitoring of everyone who visits India, including the purpose of their visit and the duration of their stay. It is essential to know the details of every foreigner arriving in India,”
The Union Home Minister added,
“From a security perspective, this law will combat drug cartels, infiltrators, arms smugglers, and anyone attempting to undermine India’s economy from within,”
The proposed legislation grants the central government the authority to oversee areas “frequented by any foreigner,” allowing it to order the closure of premises, stipulate conditions for their use, or deny entry to all or specific categories of foreigners.
Currently, matters related to foreigners and immigration are governed by four laws: the Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920; the Registration of Foreigners Act, 1939; the Foreigners Act, 1946; and the Immigration (Carriers’ Liability) Act, 2000.
The bill proposes to repeal all of these laws.
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While the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 incorporates many existing provisions from the four laws, it also introduces new measures to address contemporary needs.
It aims to strike a balance between national security and immigration concerns while promoting economic growth and tourism.
Notably, the proposed law does not pertain to issues of citizenship.
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