- High Court Warns Refugee Petitioner: The High Court in Pune issued a stern warning to a refugee petitioner, advising him not to take advantage of India’s liberal policy. The court suggested that if he was dissatisfied, he could consider relocating to Pakistan or Gulf countries.
- Refugee Family Faces Deportation: Khaled Hussain, a Yemeni citizen residing in Pune with his family for the past ten years, received a notice from the Pune police to leave the country as their permitted stay period had expired. Khaled approached the High Court seeking permission to stay in India until they obtain visas for Australia.
- High Court Questions Refugee’s Intentions: During the hearing, the High Court questioned Khaled Hussain on why he wanted to move to Australia when he could go to 129 other countries. Khaled argued that his children, who were born in India, should be granted Indian citizenship, a claim the court is scrutinizing.
- Government Opposes Refugee Petition: The government advocate strongly opposed Khaled Hussain’s petition, stating that while the family has been in India for many years, they cannot stay as refugees indefinitely according to the rules. The advocate emphasized that the family is currently living illegally in India, and their children are not eligible for Indian citizenship.
- High Court Adjourns Hearing: The High Court has adjourned the hearing for a week, ordering Khaled Hussain to provide details about the school his children are attending. The future of the Hussain family’s stay in India remains uncertain as they navigate the legal system.
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