A serious case involving illegal stay and forged identity documents has surfaced in Uttar Pradesh. On 14 February, Meerut Police registered an FIR against a Pakistani national mother and daughter accused of residing in India for nearly 30 years using fabricated Indian documents.
According to police officials, the complaint was filed by a local social worker. She alleged that Saba Masood, also known as Naji or Najia, and her daughter Aiman Farhat secured forged Aadhaar cards, voter IDs, and Indian passports while retaining Pakistani nationality.
Superintendent of Police Avinash Pandey confirmed that a preliminary inquiry found substance in the allegations. Consequently, authorities registered a formal FIR and launched a detailed investigation.
What the FIR Reveals About Forged Documents
The FIR invokes multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including provisions related to cheating, forgery, and use of forged documents. Police state that Aiman was born in Pakistan in 1993 and entered India on her mother’s Pakistani passport.
However, the complaint alleges that instead of applying through lawful citizenship channels, the accused allegedly created forged records to obtain Indian identity documents. Notably, Saba is said to have secured two voter IDs under different names.
Furthermore, the complainant claimed that the accused travelled abroad multiple times using allegedly fraudulent documents. Investigators are now examining travel records and passport issuance procedures.
Security Concerns Under Investigation
The FIR also raises national security concerns. The complainant alleged that Saba’s father had links to Pakistan’s ISI. While police have not confirmed these claims, they stated that all angles, including security implications, are under review.
Additionally, the complaint alleges that the accused visited Army headquarters and government offices in Delhi. Authorities are verifying these movements.
Illegal stay cases involving forged passports carry significant risks. Fake documents can compromise identity systems, weaken border controls, and create vulnerabilities in sensitive institutions. Therefore, investigators are expected to examine how such documents were issued and whether any institutional lapses occurred.
Police have assured that further action will follow based on evidence. Meanwhile, the case highlights the broader challenge of document fraud and the importance of strict verification mechanisms in safeguarding national security.
