On Thursday, 195 individuals received Indian Citizenship Certificates during a special event organized by the district administration in Ahmedabad. Among those awarded, 122 certificates were issued under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), while 73 were granted to individuals registered with the district collector’s office. The Deputy Chief Minister, Harsh Sanghavi, presented the certificates.
Sanghavi expressed his pride, stating, “It’s not common to see so many people receiving citizenship at once in other states. Many of these individuals have come to India as refugees, facing terrible hardships in their home countries, and now they contribute to our nation’s growth.”
He took a moment to thank Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah for their roles in this process. Sanghavi highlighted the challenges faced by minority communities in Pakistan, emphasizing their ongoing struggles for safety and security. He noted that the government’s decision to change citizenship rules was aimed at helping those who fled to India.
“The CAA has been crucial for ensuring that refugee citizens can live with dignity and pursue their aspirations in India,” he added. With their citizenship certificates, these individuals can now access various rights and resources more easily.
Since 2017, the Ahmedabad district administration has actively been issuing citizenship certificates to eligible individuals.
