A group of 44 retired Supreme Court and High Court judges has condemned the “motivated” campaign targeting CJI Surya Kant over his remarks in the Rohingya case. They said routine legal questions were twisted into false allegations of prejudice, harming judicial independence.
Today, On 27th January, The Supreme Court decided to hear a petition regarding the admission of Rohingya refugee children in MCD schools, following concerns over their legal status and access to education. The petition questions where these Rohingya families are currently residing, as many have been living in temporary settlements. The court’s decision will address issues surrounding the education of children from refugee communities.
The Supreme Court Today has agreed to hear a petition in March urging the government to release Rohingya refugees reportedly detained “illegally and arbitrarily” across India. The plea emphasizes their persecution and statelessness, and seeks to safeguard their fundamental rights. Hundreds of refugees, including pregnant women and minors, face inhumane treatment despite being recognized as refugees by the UNHCR.
