1. 501 foreigners overstaying in Karnataka facing criminal cases: Home Department
Around 500 foreigners overstaying in Karnataka are facing criminal cases, while visas of 754 foreigners have expired, according to information shared by Home Minister G. Parameshwara in the Legislative Council.
The State police registered 501 cases against foreign nationals as of May 2023, for drug peddling, burglary and other criminal offences. Mr. Parameshwara stated that the highest number of foreigners involved in criminal activities is from Bengaluru city, where 451 cases have been booked.