Archive · 14 Aug 2025
Court Weighs Bengali Migrant's Return from Bangladesh
A young man named Amir was sent from India to Bangladesh.
His father went to court to get him back.
The court said they would listen to the case after Amir was brought back.
Authorities say he tried to enter India from Bangladesh without papers.
A politician from a different party is asking why this happened and if the story is true.
Amir Sheikh, a 19-year-old Bengali migrant, was returned to India after being pushed into Bangladesh.
His father filed a petition in Calcutta High Court seeking his return.
The court instructed the family to present Amir before proceeding with the hearing.
Authorities claim Amir attempted to cross from Bangladesh on August 12 but lacked proper documentation.
TMC MP Samirul Islam questioned the circumstances surrounding Amir's deportation.
- Who
- Amir Sheikh, his family, Calcutta High Court, BSF, TMC MP Samirul Islam, and the Rajasthan Police.
- What
- Calcutta High Court hearing regarding the return of a Bengali migrant, Amir Sheikh, from Bangladesh.
- When
- Amir was returned on Tuesday, with court proceedings on Wednesday.
- Where
- Basirhat police station (India), Bangladesh.
- Why
- To address the circumstances of Amir Sheikh's deportation and ensure his legal status.
TMC/Family
Authorities
Deportation Circumstances
TMC/Family
Amir was unlawfully deported and mistreated by authorities.
Authorities
Authorities claim Amir attempted to enter India without proper documentation.
- Person Involved
- Amir Sheikh
- Legal Action
- Habeas Corpus petition
- Court
- Calcutta High Court
- Political Figure
- TMC MP Samirul Islam
- Location
- Basirhat, India; Bangladesh
Sources
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