India: Fear of torture or ill-treatment/forcible return

India: Fear of torture or ill-treatment/forcible return

Index Number: ASA 20/015/2006
Date Published: 6 July 2006
Categories: Asia And The Pacific, India

Indian nationals Romen Thounaojam, Sharatchandra Thingujam, Ibomcha Meitei Lichongbam and Kesho Kumar Meitei Urembem were forcibly returned from Thailand to the Indian capital, Delhi, just after midday on 6 July. The deportations took place despite the fact that they were trying to claim refugee status. Their current whereabouts are unknown. They are at risk of torture or ill-treatment upon their return to India.