Mumbai BJP president Ameet Satam on Wednesday alleged that the city is witnessing a rapid rise in the population of illegal infiltrators and claimed that the Shiv Sena (UBT) is part of a larger international conspiracy aimed at altering Mumbai’s demographic character.
Addressing the media, Satam presented data suggesting that population growth in certain wards—particularly Kurla, Chandivli, Malwani, and Malad-Madh—has increased by nearly 50 per cent since 2017. These areas, he noted, have a predominantly minority population.
Satam further alleged that illegal hutments in locations such as Malwani, Mankhurd, Malad, Deonar, and Kurla have increased by more than one lakh over the years. Questioning the source and backing of such settlements, he said the unchecked growth raises serious concerns about civic planning, security, and governance.
Warning of potential consequences, Satam said failure to act in time could lead to serious law-and-order challenges. He cited the Bondi Beach attack in Australia as an example of what could happen if infiltration is ignored, stressing the need for strict vigilance.
Responding to questions about the role of the Centre and the state government, Satam clarified that his allegations were specifically directed at Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray. He accused the party of facilitating what he termed the “Mamdanisation of Mumbai.”
Satam also pointed out that Mumbai Police deported around 1,000 Bangladeshi nationals in 2025, underscoring that infiltration remains a real issue. “We will not allow the colour of Mumbai to change,” he said.
The Sena (UBT) has not yet responded to the allegations.
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