India's Home Minister Amit Shah Expresses Concern Over Demographic Changes in Border Areas

Summary

India's Home Minister Amit Shah has directed a commission to study demographic changes in border areas amid concerns about illegal migration and national security, especially in the open border regions with Nepal.

Key Points
  • India's Home Minister Amit Shah has taken special interest in demographic changes in border districts.
  • He directed a commission to conduct a scientific study on population composition changes in border areas.
  • The study aims to inform policy decisions and national security strategies, particularly concerning illegal migration.
  • India shares open borders with Nepal leading to infiltration and settlement concerns, prompting this demographic study.
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