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UK government conducted record high immigration raids, arrests nationwide
In January 2026, the UK government announced that immigration enforcement activity has reached its highest level in history following an intensified national crackdown. Data released by the Home Office shows that between July 2024 and the end of December 2025, immigration raids increased by 77% and arrests surged by 83%.
Key National Statistics
Total Raids: Over 17,400 enforcement visits were conducted nationwide.
Total Arrests: More than 12,300 individuals were arrested during these operations.
Deportations: Approximately 1,726 people arrested during these raids have been returned to their home countries, a 35% increase over the previous period.
Employer Fines: The Home Office issued over 1,000 civil penalty notices to employers, with fines reaching up to £60,000 per illegal worker.
Targeted Sectors and Regional Highlights
The operations targeted businesses “hiding in plain sight” in sectors prone to illegal working:
Sectors: Nail bars, car washes, barbers, takeaway shops, and construction sites.
London: Saw the highest volume of arrests, with over 2,100 individuals detained in 2025 alone.
Northern Ireland: Recorded 187 raids in 2025, leading to 234 arrests—a 169% increase in arrests compared to 2024.
Wales: Conducted 1,320 raids in 2025, resulting in 649 arrests.
Operational Changes and Legislation
The surge in activity was supported by a £5 million funding boost for Immigration Enforcement and new legislative measures:
Operation Sterling: A specific initiative targeting “dark kitchens,” delivery services, and other casual work sectors.
Expanded Power: The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act expanded right-to-work checks to include gig economy, casual, and subcontracted workers.
Digital Verification: The government plans to mandate digital identification for all right-to-work checks by the end of the current Parliament to simplify employer compliance and identify rogue owners.
Field Technology: Since September 2025, over 1,200 frontline officers have been equipped with body-worn cameras to record evidence during raids for use in prosecutions.
Maharashtra
Maulana Khalid Ashraf and his sons attacked in Mumbai Dongri, 4 accused arrested, tension calmed down

Mumbai: After the attack on Maulana Syed Khalid Ashraf, also known as Khalid Mian, in Dongri, Mumbai, Mumbai has registered a case of attempt to murder and claimed to have arrested four accused. Tension spread in Mumbai due to the attack on Khalid Ashraf and his son. His followers reached the police station in droves. After this, today, the Ulema Ahle Sunnah Wal Jamaat has also demanded strict action against the culprits in the context of the attack on Khalid Ashraf. Today, the Ulema Ahle Sunnah and All India Jamaat-ul-Ulema met Mumbai Police Commissioner Devin Bharti and expressed satisfaction over the police action and demanded strict action against the accused. A delegation led by Hazrat Maulana Moinuddin Ashraf, also known as Moin Mian, met Devin Bharti. Maulana Khalid Ashraf said that I have been targeted by drug dealers. At the same time, when these drug dealers attacked me and my son, he had said that this is the same Maulana who runs the movement against drugs. Therefore, Maulana Khalid Ashraf has requested the Police Commissioner that attacking scholars is completely wrong, in such a situation, strict action should be taken against these goons. He also expressed satisfaction over the police action and also thanked the scholars and the elders of the city. He said that I did not feel that I am alone in this hour of distress, so thank you all. Along with this, Maulana Khalid Ashraf requested the disciples and those concerned to show patience and restraint, not only that, but also to avoid provocations. Those who are our fans and lovers will definitely not do anything wrong. Ulemas targeted by drug dealers
Hazrat Maulana Moinuddin Ashraf, also known as Moin Mian, today met Police Commissioner Devin Bharti regarding the attack on Khalid Ashraf and revealed that now he is being targeted by Ulemas and white-clad drug dealers. The aim of this is to create terror among the general public. Therefore, Maulana Moin Mian has requested the police to take strict action against such drug dealers who target Ulemas. He said that Maulana Khalid Ashraf had started a movement against drugs in Bhiwandi, which has also had an impact on drug dealers in Mumbai. Along with this, a racket of drug dealers is operating, who launch campaigns against those who are campaigning against drug dealers and defame them on social media. Therefore, strict action is necessary against such drug dealers. Moin Mian said that the action taken by the police against drug dealers is certainly satisfactory, but strict action against such drug dealers is also the need of the hour. The delegation also included Raza Academy head Saeed Noori, Maulana Ijaz Kashmiri and Maulana Anis Ashrafi. Dongri Police have arrested Majeed Lala Pathan, Raheel Pathan, Sahil Pathan and Peru on charges of attacking Maulana Khalid Ashraf. The police are investigating the case further. The attackers attacked Maulana Khalid Ashraf and his sons with sticks and sticks, due to which he is still injured.
Maharashtra
NCB Mumbai exposes inter-state ganja smuggling network, seizes 210 kg ganja from Nagpur and arrests 04

Mumbai: Acting on specific intelligence, an NCB arrested P Kumar and R Kumar from a West Bengal registered truck in Nagpur, Maharashtra on April 11. During the search, 210 kg of ganja concealed in a legitimate cargo of metal sheets was recovered and seized. On further questioning, it was confirmed that the seized drug was sourced from Sambalpur area of Odisha, which is a major source of supply of illegal ganja. Two ganja distributors from Nagpur, Patil and Verma, were arrested in further action. During the investigation, it was revealed that the seized consignment of 210 kg ganja was distributed to various places in Maharashtra like Nagpur, Amravati, Akola, Nashik, Pune and Mumbai from where it was to be retailed to the end customers and local shopkeepers. Further investigation is underway on this angle. This operation signifies the continuous efforts of NCB in dismantling organised drug gangs and targeting habitual criminals who fuel the drug ecosystem. The Bureau is steadfast in its mission to protect public health and uphold the vision of a “Nisha Mukt Bharat” by 2047. Citizens are appealed to play their role by reporting any information related to drugs through the Manas National Narcotics Helpline (Toll Free No.: 1933). The identity of the informants is kept strictly confidential.
Maharashtra
Focus should be on providing high-quality basic services to citizens: Ashwini Bhide

Mumbai: is currently undergoing a large-scale road construction. To ensure that these roads are used in the long term and traffic on them is taken care of, model operational norms should be developed on railway lines. This should include changes in traffic, repair and maintenance, utilities and other matters besides road maintenance in the next 10 years. Focus should be on creating infrastructure facilities keeping in mind the needs of various businesses operating in Mumbai. Maintain constant contact with corporators and other public representatives and get their suggestions on local issues. Information on silting of drains, current status of road works, etc. should be made available to the public. In addition, Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide has directed that emphasis should be placed on providing good quality basic services of the Municipal Corporation in a people-oriented manner. The monthly review meeting of all departments of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation was held at the Municipal Corporation Headquarters today. Meanwhile, the Mumbai Municipal Corporation has initiated several major projects and development works in Mumbai. There are various authority systems working in it. There should be proper coordination with these systems. There should be a harmonious connection between the administrative departments (wards) and other systems. In addition, a meeting will be organized every Saturday to review various innovative issues, Bhide also clarified. In addition, as per the discussions held in the review meeting, a report on the completion of the relevant work will also be taken in this meeting. The Mumbai Municipal Corporation works to provide civic services. However, he also expressed the expectation that now we have to work beyond this. On this occasion, Additional Municipal Commissioner (Western Suburbs) Dr. Vipin Sharma, Additional Municipal Commissioner (City) Dr. Ashwini Joshi, Additional Municipal Commissioner (Projects) Abhijeet Bangar, Additional Municipal Commissioner (Eastern Suburbs) Dr. Avinash Dhakne, Joint Commissioner (Vigilance) Dr. M. Devendra Singh were present on the occasion. Apart from this, all the Joint Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners, Assistant Commissioners, Heads of Departments etc. were present in this meeting.
In this meeting, detailed discussions were held in the backdrop of the discussions held by the corporators in the House on various issues. After this, Municipal Commissioner Ashwini Bhide clearly instructed the officers that the representatives of the people are working to bring out the problems and facts of the people at the local level in a proper manner. Therefore, every officer should be in constant touch with them and keep them regularly informed about the current status of silting, cleaning or other related works in their work area. The Assistant Commissioner should try to ensure that the suggestions and feedback received from the local corporators are implemented. Coordination between them becomes effective if there is continuous communication and transparency. BMC has played a significant role in Covid. During this, BMC has actively and objectively provided information on its own. We should still work with the same activity. Ensure that the incomplete roads are easy and safe for traffic during the monsoon. The meeting discussed road works in Mumbai. After this, Ashwini Bhide said that if the road works are currently more than 70% complete, then they should be completed before June 1. Ensure that the ongoing works are completed within the stipulated time and remain smooth for traffic. Positive results have been seen in the matter of potholes on the roads and the number of potholes has reduced significantly in the last three years. Apart from this, its cost is also continuously decreasing, he said that information about the current status of the work of removing silt from drains should be distributed regularly to the public. The work of removing silt from small and big drains in the Mumbai area is going on at a fast pace. It was reviewed administratively (ward wise) in the meeting. On this occasion, Bhide said that the honorable corporators, public representatives and citizens should be informed on a daily basis about the current status of the work of removing silt from drains. So that they can know the status of daily work. If they have any suggestions on this, they will also convey it to the administration. Also, information regarding cleaning of drains should be conveyed to the citizens through municipal social media.
Prepare a plan for long-term solution of flooded areas
The meeting considered the preparations and measures for monsoon. It discussed possible water filling areas, water pumping systems, pumps and other equipment.
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