The Narendra Modi government is planning to bring The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, which is likely to introduce stricter measures for immigration control, during the Budget Session starting Friday.

This is among 16 Bills, which also includes the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, that are part of a tentative list of legislations proposed by the Narendra Modi government. The list of Bills were shared with Parliamentary floor leaders at an all-party meeting …ahead of the Budget Session.

The Union Cabinet is yet to vet the Bill and it is likely to come up next week for clearance. Sources indicated that the Bill could introduce strong measures for immigration control, enhance border security and empower authorities to take action against illegal migrants.

If brought, it is expected to replace The Foreigners Act 1946, The Passport Entry into India Act 1920 The Registration of Foreigners Act 1939 and he Immigration (Carriers’ Liability) Act, 2000.