<h1>Maharashtra to Cancel Fake Birth Certificates Issued to Illegal Bangladeshi Residents by August 15</h1> The Maharashtra government announced it will cancel fake birth certificates issued to Bangladeshi nationals residing illegally in the state by August 15. Authorities have identified at least 42,000 such cases, with the actual number expected to be higher. The cancellation process involves submitting copies of these certificates to the Departments of Revenue and Health. Previous investigations revealed nearly 4,000 birth certificates were issued based on forged documents, resulting in the suspension of two officials. The government has intensified efforts to identify and deport illegal Bangladeshi residents, with a significant increase in arrests and deportations over recent years.