Archive · 25 Jul 2025
HRW: BJP Targeting Muslims, Unlawfully Deporting People
A human rights group, HRW, says that the Indian government, led by the BJP, is treating Muslims unfairly.
They are being kicked out of the country and sent to Bangladesh.
HRW says that many of these people are Indian citizens.
Between May and June, over 1,500 people were deported, including some refugees.
Some were beaten by border officials.
HRW wants the government to stop deporting people without a fair process and proper documentation.
Human Rights Watch (HRW) accuses the BJP government of targeting Muslims.
HRW alleges the BJP is unlawfully expelling Bengali Muslims and Rohingya refugees.
Over 1,500 people, including Rohingya, were deported to Bangladesh between May and June.
Many deportees were marginalized migrant workers from BJP-ruled states.
HRW cited instances of alleged violence and intimidation by border officials.
- Who
- Human Rights Watch (HRW) accuses the BJP government.
- What
- HRW accuses the BJP of targeting Muslims and unlawfully deporting them.
- When
- Between May 7 and June 15 (deportations); report published on Thursday.
- Where
- India and Bangladesh border.
- Why
- HRW says the actions are discriminatory and unlawful, citing political gains.
HRW's Stance
BJP's Stance (Not Provided)
Discrimination
HRW's Stance
The BJP government is discriminating against Muslims.
BJP's Stance (Not Provided)
The government may be acting in accordance with the law, but no counter-view is provided in the article.
Legality of Deportations
HRW's Stance
Indian authorities are unlawfully deporting people.
BJP's Stance (Not Provided)
The government may believe they are acting lawfully but no counter-view is provided in the article.
- Organization
- Human Rights Watch (HRW)
- Accusation
- Targeting Muslims, unlawful expulsions
- Government
- BJP government of India
- Deportation Period
- May 7 to June 15
- Deportation Numbers
- 1,500+
- Groups Deported
- Bengali Muslims and Rohingya refugees