In Brief
- Assam ordered to pay ₹2 lakh to husband of woman pushed into Bangladesh.
- Gauhati High Court criticized handling of Mumtaz Begum's case by Foreigners’ Tribunal.
- Ministry of External Affairs impleaded to locate and repatriate the woman from Bangladesh.
- Court advised MEA to make efforts to repatriate Mumtaz Begum to India.
The Gauhati High Court took a serious view of the way the Foreigners’ Tribunal in Nagaon managed the case of Mumtaz Begum, a woman who was reportedly pushed into Bangladesh. The court ordered the state of Assam to pay ₹2 lakh in compensation to her husband. It also involved the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in the matter and directed it to make earnest efforts to locate Mumtaz Begum in Bangladesh and facilitate her return to India.
The bench expressed strong displeasure at the manner in which the tribunal handled the case, emphasizing the need for proper judicial process. The MEA was instructed to cooperate in the repatriation process, recognizing the human rights concerns involved and the cross-border implications of the case. This reflects the court's commitment to uphold justice and the rights of Indian citizens affected by cross-border issues.
The ruling highlights the importance of judicial oversight in cases related to foreigners’ tribunals and cross-border movements, ensuring that affected individuals receive fair treatment and support from government agencies.
