Archive · 19 May 2025
Supreme Court Criticizes Repeated Rohingya Deportation Appeals
The Supreme Court is annoyed by repeated attempts to stop the deportation of Rohingya Muslims.
The court previously decided against stopping the deportations, stating that the Rohingyas do not have the right to reside in India since they are not citizens.
The government disputes the validity of the UNHCR granting refugee status to the Rohingyas.
The lawyer brought up new information about 28 Rohingyas being deported.
The court said these claims need supporting evidence before they can intervene.
The court will address the issue again on July 31, allowing the government to potentially deport more Rohingyas.
The Supreme Court expressed displeasure at repeated petitions regarding Rohingya deportations.
The court upheld its May 8 decision against granting an interim stay on deportations.
The government disputed the validity of UNHCR's refugee status for Rohingyas.
An advocate cited alleged deportations and potential threats to Rohingyas.
The court scheduled a hearing for July 31 to address the petition and pending issues.
- Who
- Supreme Court, Senior Advocate Colin Gonsalves, Rohingya Muslims, and the Union government.
- What
- Repeated petitions to halt the deportation of Rohingya Muslims.
- When
- Friday, May 8 (previous decision) and subsequent days, with next hearing on July 31
- Where
- India
- Why
- To address petitions against deportation and the status of Rohingya refugees.
Advocates' Stance
Government's Stance
Refugee Status
Advocates' Stance
Argued Rohingyas are refugees whose protection is mandated by the UN.
Government's Stance
India is not a signatory to the UN Convention on Refugees, questioning the validity of UNHCR refugee status.
- Supreme Court's Previous Decision
- Refused interim stay on May 8
- People Involved
- Rohingyas from Myanmar
- Date of Previous Decision
- May 8
- Estimated Number of Rohingyas
- Over 8,000 in country, 800 in Delhi
- Next Hearing Date
- July 31