Question : FOREIGNERS STAYING IN MATHURA

(a) whether some foreigners are staying in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh for several years unauthorisedly even after the expiry of their VISA period for reportedly pursuing theological studies;

(b) if so, whether they have purchased land there; and

(c) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto?

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SRIPRAKASH JAISWAL)

(a): As per information received from the State Government, no foreign national is residing in Mathura unathorisedly after expiry of their visa as on date.

(b) & (c): Do not arise.