In the heart of Ahmedabad, Chandola Lake, a historic water body spanning 109.6 hectares, has become the epicenter of a massive crackdown on illegal settlements. The mastermind behind this illicit operation, Mehmood Khan Pathan, alias Lalla Bihari, was recently arrested and placed in a six-day police remand on Saturday, May 3, 2025, for his alleged role in orchestrating an illegal immigration racket. This operation not only encroached upon a significant natural resource but also turned the lake’s surroundings into a sprawling hub for undocumented Bangladeshi immigrants.