Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Karnataka High Court Halts Deportation of Russian Woman
A Russian woman named Nina was found living in a cave in India with her two daughters, after overstaying her visa.
The government wanted to send them back to Russia, but a court in India stopped the deportation.
The court decided that sending them away could be bad for the children.
The court is now looking into the case to ensure that the children's rights are considered, before any decisions about deportation are made.
The woman was looking for a simple, natural, and spiritual life in the forest.
Karnataka High Court halted the deportation of Nina Kutina, a Russian woman found living in a cave near Gokarna with her daughters.
Kutina overstayed her Indian visa, choosing 'spiritual solitude' after involvement with spiritual communities in Goa.
Police found Kutina in a cave during a routine patrol; she had been living off-grid for weeks.
The court halted deportation, citing potential endangerment to the children, particularly concerning their rights.
The court has directed the government to file an affidavit and submit any objections within two weeks.
- Who
- Nina Kutina, a Russian woman, and her daughters.
- What
- The Karnataka High Court halted the deportation of a Russian woman and her daughters.
- When
- The court halted deportation on Wednesday, with the next hearing on August 18.
- Where
- Near Gokarna, India.
- Why
- The court halted the deportation, stating it could potentially endanger the children.
Government's Stance
Court's Stance
Deportation vs. Child Welfare
Government's Stance
Deportation proceedings were initiated due to visa overstay.
Court's Stance
The court halted the proceedings, questioning the children's welfare.
- Nationality
- Russian
- Location Found
- Cave near Gokarna, India
- Visa Status
- Overstayed
- Reason for Stay
- Spiritual solitude
- Court Decision
- Halted deportation
- Next Hearing Date
- August 18