The repatriation of illegal Afghan immigrants from Pakistan has surged, with the total number reaching 493,648 by February 19, 2024.
The influx continues as 3,396 Afghan citizens, including men, women, and children, returned to their homeland from various cities between February 15 and 19.
According to recent reports, the repatriation process has been ongoing, indicating a significant movement of Afghan nationals leaving Pakistan.
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Among the returnees, 1,245 were men, 1,025 were women, and 1,914 were children, marking a diverse demographic returning to Afghanistan.
Furthermore, authorities have facilitated the journey back to Afghanistan, with 124 families accommodated in 124 vehicles for their homeward journey.
Update on #repatriation efforts: Over 493K illegal #Afghans have left #Pakistan since Feb 19, 2024.
— SAMAA TV (@SAMAATV) February 21, 2024
In the past week alone, 3396 Afghan citizens returned home, including 1245 men, 1025 women, & 1914 children. #SamaaTV #Afghanistan #Repatriation pic.twitter.com/FQO5r1hH4I
This effort reflects the ongoing commitment to managing the movement of illegal immigrants and ensuring a safe return to their country of origin.
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The increasing numbers of Afghan immigrants returning home highlight the complexities of migration management and the importance of cooperation between nations in addressing such challenges.
The situation underscores the need for sustainable solutions to address the root causes of migration and displacement in the region.
