Pune Police Book Owner and Real Estate Agent for Overstay of Nigerian Tenant
Pune city police have booked the owner of an apartment and a real estate agent for failing to report the overstay of a Nigerian woman. The Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) has also initiated action against the woman for overstaying her visa.
Pune PoliceOverstayNigerian TenantReal Estate AgentFroReal Estate MumbaiJun 05, 2025
The Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) of Pune city police received information about the overstaying Nigerian woman residing in an apartment behind Ajmera Hotel in Kondhwa. The FRO promptly shared this information with the Kondhwa police station, initiating an investigation.
A police team questioned the owner of the apartment about the Nigerian tenant. The homeowner revealed that he had rented the apartment to the foreigner through a real estate agent named Adnan Bohra (29) of Bhagyoday Nagar in Kondhwa, as stated in a press release issued on Thursday.
Further investigation revealed that no rent agreement was prepared, and the mandatory police verification procedure was not followed while renting the apartment to the Nigerian woman. According to the norms, the homeowner and the real estate agent were required to submit a C-form, containing details of the foreign national, when renting the apartment.
For failing to comply with these regulations, an offense has been registered against the house owner and the real estate agent under section 223 (Disobedience to order duly promulgated by public servant) and section 3 (5) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS) at the Kondhwa police station. Senior police inspector Vinay Patankar confirmed that the investigation is ongoing.
The Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) has also initiated action against the Nigerian woman for overstaying her visa. This case highlights the importance of following proper procedures when renting properties to foreign nationals to ensure legal compliance and maintain public safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What action did the Pune city police take against the owner and real estate agent?
The Pune city police booked the owner of the apartment and the real estate agent for failing to report the overstay of a Nigerian woman and for not following the mandatory procedures for renting to a foreign national.
Why was the Nigerian woman in legal trouble?
The Nigerian woman was in legal trouble because she was found to be overstaying her visa and residing illegally in the apartment in Kondhwa, Pune.
What is the C-form and why is it important?
The C-form is a document that must be submitted by the homeowner and real estate agent when renting a property to a foreign national. It contains details of the foreign national and is required to ensure compliance with legal regulations.
What is the Foreigners Registration Office (FRO)?
The Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) is a government office responsible for monitoring and managing the stay of foreign nationals in India, ensuring they comply with visa and residency regulations.
What are the consequences of not following the mandatory procedures for renting to foreign nationals?
Not following the mandatory procedures for renting to foreign nationals can result in legal action, such as the registration of an offense against the homeowner and real estate agent, as well as potential fines and other penalties.
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