According to reports, authorities said the action was taken after the couple was found to have violated the conditions of their tourist visas.

 

 

The couple, identified as Lewis Gabriel D. and Anushi Emma Christine, went to India on tourist visas and were staying in Pushkar, a town in western Rajasthan known for its temples and as a popular destination for international visitors.

 

 

Intelligence officials received information indicating their involvement in putting up stickers advocating for Palestinians. The stickers reportedly carried messages including “Free Palestine. Boycott Israel.”

 

 

The intelligence department reviewed CCTV footage and local inputs to identify the suspects, and the district police were alerted after the matter was deemed serious.

 

 

With a team led by Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Rajesh Meena interrogating the tourists, the couple reportedly admitted to engaging in political activities while on tourist visas, which authorities said violated the terms of their stay.

 

 

“Engaging in activities that disrespect other nations while on Indian soil is a clear violation of visa rules,” Meena told Indian media.

 

 

He said that action against the couple was taken under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, with their visas revoked and a “Leave India Notice” issued.

 

 

The ASP added that if any foreign national was found violating the conditions of a tourist visa in the future, they too would be identified and strict action will be taken, including deportation and blacklisting.

 

 

Indian authorities also said the incident highlights the monitoring of foreign nationals’ activities in the country, and the enforcement of visa regulations for visitors engaging in political acts.