Bombay HC orders immediate repatriation of trafficking victim to Bangladesh, slams ‘inordinate delay’ of authorities
Indian Express·2h ago·Hope
What Happened
The Bombay High Court ordered immediate repatriation of a 25-year-old trafficking victim to Bangladesh after six months of delay. The victim was lured to India under false employment promises. The court criticized government authorities for lapses and established procedures for victim repatriation. Bangladesh government granted travel permission. The court clarified that adult victims do not require magistrate approval for repatriation when proper permissions exist.
Key Entities
Bombay High CourtBangladeshRescue Foundation NGO25-year-old victimImmoral Traffic Prevention ActPOCSO ActJustices Ajey S Gadkari and Kamal R KhataMinistry of External Affairs