Hijab Ban in Olympics: France Against The “Freedom” Of Muslim Women in Sports?
New Age Islam News Bureau
01 Aug 2024
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Hijab Ban in Olympics: France Against The
“Freedom” Of Muslim Women in Sports?
·
Khadijah Shah to Relinquish US Citizenship
After Accepting PTI's Reserved Seat Nomination
·
Romina, Coordinator to Pak PM,Calls for Global
Youth Collaboration to Combat Climate Crisis
·
Pakistan Tehreek-i-InsafWoman Leader
MehrinAfridi Expressed Serious Reservations for Excluding Tribal Women from
Reserved Seats’ List
·
Africa: Queering Africa's Women's Day: Voices
of Courage and Change
·
Queen Rania Of Jordan Opens New Radiation
Oncology Facility In Amman
·
Zoho and She Code Africa Join Forces to Empower
African Women in Tech
·
Press Statement on the occasion of the
“Pan-African Women’s Day”
·
6 Bangladeshi Women Held at Agartala Airport
Along with 2 Kids for Entering India Illegally
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Hijab
Ban In Olympics: France Against The “Freedom” Of Muslim Women In Sports?
Aug 1,
2024
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From the
opening ceremony of Olympics 2024 in which the French DJ poke fun at the ‘Last
Supper’ and stirred controversy by offending religious sentiments of Muslims
and Christians, the terms and conditions of this international sports fiesta
have particularly emphasised on the ‘not so hidden’ islamophobia and unfair
parameters of the ‘fake’ French freedom and global sports through a hijab ban.
After
the Olympics kicked off on July 26, the host country France has again provoked
alarm by putting a ban on Hijab under its ‘costume-related guidelines‘,
compelling wonderful Muslim sports-women to pick between their religious
identity and passion.
While
criticising the utter desecration of human-rights, Amnesty International has
said that ‘the violations of Muslim women’s and girls’ human rights through
hijab bans in sports in France, details the devastating impact that hijab bans
are having on Muslim women and girls at all levels of French sport.’
Amnesty
International’s women’s rights researcher, Anna Blus has slammed the ‘unequal
treatment‘ and accused the authorities for ‘not counting‘ women as equal
counterparts. It is also worth
mentioning that the sporting organisations have protested for months to attain
the freedom to wear hijab in the Olympics.
France
at the forefront of ‘anti-Muslim’ and ‘anti-women’ conspiracy-theories in
sports through hijab ban
As said
by the Hijabi Australian boxer Tina Rahimi, women have the right to choose how
they dress. In this sense, the right to wear Hijab in France is a feminist act
of rebellion that is similar to the ‘my stealthy freedom‘ movement of Iran.
It’s not about a piece of cloth but about the ‘right to choose‘ in order to
ensure inclusivity and empowerment.
In the
Indian context, we can decipher and relate the western version of Islamophobia
with the Karnataka Hijab-Ban controversy of 2022. The French anti-Muslim
tendencies are an equally abhorrent showcase of hate and another kind of
fascism that needs fierce criticisms and not any “soft-corners” within apparent
disapprovals.
Not just
in school, colleges and the Olympics, in France women cannot wear any kind of
headscarf or Islamic headdress in national or local tournaments of volleyball,
basketball and football. France openly bans any gear with a religious or
political connotation, resulting in prohibiting hijabs and niqabs in FIFA, FIVB
and FIBA.
The
annotation of a 27-year-old volleyball player, Asma, that Muslims ‘can’t breathe
anymore’ and ‘cannot do sports anymore’ decrypts the distressing aftermaths of
the ongoing obnoxious trends in France that go against the humanitarian
principles. By the same token, a French Muslim basketball player Diaba has
written an open letter to the Basketball federation against the ‘unfair costume
guidelines.’ French Muslim athletes are not wrong in interpreting the purpose
of Hijab-ban and pointing towards its particular purpose.
Islamophobia
in France is a political tool of the government. From making caricatures of the
prophet Muhammad to forced restrictions on Muslim identity in public-space,
there have been persistent violations of human-rights and women’s rights. In a
country where the slogan of ‘liberty, equality, fraternity‘ still harks back to
the revolution of the past, the administrative urge to control costume-choices
of brilliant Muslim women translates into the policy to crush their passion,
spirit and talent through shallow rules and regulations. Muslim sportswomen
already feel left-out and unheard, but these embargoes are also undemocratic
for young Muslim girls who see sports as a part of their academia or full-time
career.
Describing
the methodological reasons behind the ban, the IOC (International Olympic
Committee) has tried its best to justify the step, meanwhile the French sports
minister Amelie Oudea-Castera has claimed that the government treats athletes
like civil servants who are not allowed to wear religious symbols. But on
contrary there are ‘no such costume-rules‘ in Olympic-charter.
Besides
impacts on tourism, security and economy of the host country, the Olympics have
a strong geopolitical reach and evident impact on international relations,
global culture, trends and power-balance tactics. The islamophobia in Olympics
can reinforce the bad roadmap for numerous sports events, instigating more
animosity and inequality against the Muslim identity in different professions.
Olympics
against olympism to pull apart the purpose of international sports
The
theoretical perspective of Olympism ensures respect and commitment to the
‘internationally acknowledged‘ human-rights in order to encourage sports as a
crucial part of the cultural and educational arena with the three great values
of ‘excellence, respect and friendship‘. Olympism proves the Olympic Hijab-ban
matter as a fundamental error that opposes its own detectible and acclaimed
charter values. The purpose of sports is not only limited to boosting activity
and enthusiasm, it’s also a symbol of inclusivity and humanity. It shapes the
political affairs of a nation and the identity of the people who cherry-pick it
as their absolute ambition.
The
purpose of sports is not only limited to boosting activity and enthusiasm, it’s
also a symbol of inclusivity and humanity.
Women in
general are often categorised as physically weak, and Muslim women who hold on
religious-symbols are often misinterpreted as too soft, timid and restricted.
Therefore, the Muslim women with the ability to reach the Olympics are no less
than fluttering flags of revolution against drifts of Islamophobia and
capitalist-patriarchy. Prohibiting Muslim women to shine-up before the world
does not sound like liberating them in any way. The ban clearly intends to
snatch the opportunities and crush their fundamental and human rights.
Revealing ‘structural failure‘, a report about Muslim women in sports finds
that around 43% Muslim women don’t participate in sports due to poor and
unsuitable sports facilities.
After
the sweltering hullabaloo, human rights organisations slammed the Hijab-ban,
but they have not questioned the alleged promises of ‘friendship, equality and
inclusivity‘. Precisely, Olympics 2024 goes against Olympism and the purpose of
sports.
Palestinian
crisis, western secularism and Islamophobia in sports and Olympics
Muslim
athletes have been on the receiving end of criticisms, risks, threats and
harassments. This also plays with the quality of different games, keeping
football the frontline of targeted attacks. The football association of England
has also been underlined several times for its visible-invisible exploitations
against Muslim sportspersons that have dismantled their psychological
condition, social reputation and professional possibilities.
Imran
Awan, a professor of criminology has marked out that the ‘problem is being
hidden, because victims are afraid to speak out’ and the reasons behind these
inappropriate coping mechanisms and fears lie in the widespread
conspiracy-theories and wicked depiction of Muslim identity in news, films and
stories. Even football players like Pierre-EmerickAubameyang, R Liverpool’s
Mohamed Salah and Yorkshire Cricket Club Players like Azeem Rafiq have not been
safe and sound from these racisms.
However,
the case of Muslim sportswomen is more horrifying because. Being women they
fight through patriarchy and misogyny to reach their goals. As a matter of
fact, the French idea of secularism presents an idea of “western secularism”
against “intersectionality”. This is anti-Muslim and anti-human in its core. Women
empowerment is not a byproduct of white-feminism, it includes struggles of all
the beautiful races that can be white, brown or black and can belong to Islam,
Christianity or any faith.
Women
empowerment is not a byproduct of white-feminism, it includes struggles of all
the beautiful races that can be white, brown or black and can belong to Islam,
Christianity or any faith.
In
general Olympic games do not include countries involved in war and violence.
Even Russia and Belarus have been excluded for causing a humanitarian crisis in
Ukraine, but this time they are watering the root-causes of a gigantic
conflict. After causing mammoth bloodshed in Palestine, the participation of
Israel is another question on the principals of Olympics. The athletes representing
Palestine in the ongoing tournaments have said that France does not recognise
Palestine as a country.
On the
other hand, authorities are giving special welcome and security to Israeli
participants and supplying diplomatic answers to the robust voices of
solidarity and peace. This temperament also exposes the twofold ethics in
implementation of secularism and human-rights.
The
slogans to stand up with Palestine, the checkered prints to show solidarity,
the demonstration of Palestinian resistance through symbols and fluttering
flags are the only marks of hope against islamophobia and arbitrary hate in
Olympic 2024. Not acknowledging a country as a country, women as women,
sportspersons as sportspersons, freedom as freedom and Muslims as Muslims is a
violence on all the races, all the religions, humanity and the genuine values
of sovereignty.
The
Hijab ban in Olympics will indeed benefit the islamophobia-based business of
the west but the common-people and the fans of different sports persons will
only witness the downfall of sagacity. From women playing on the ground and
women stopped at the doors, to the Muslim girls watching them on screen and
aspiring to become sports stars, women’s empowerment will be more restricted
and more troubled by these narrowed parameters.
Source: feminisminindia.com
https://feminisminindia.com/2024/08/01/hijab-ban-in-olympics-france-against-the-freedom-of-muslim-women-in-sports/
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Khadijah
Shah to Relinquish US Citizenship After Accepting PTI's Reserved Seat
Nomination
July 31,
2024
Pakistani
fashion designer and PTI activist Khadija Shah. — Instagram/@khadijahshah
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Fashion
designer and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporter Khadijah Shah has
announced giving up her United States citizenship after accepting the party's
nomination for served seats.
Taking
to Instagram, Shah wrote: "Making the decision to relinquish my US
citizenship, which guarantees freedom, safety, and opportunity, was not easy.
However, Pakistan is my motherland, the place I call home, and the country
where I've built my life. I cannot give up on it and my people".
The PTI
activist remains caught up in a number of legal cases over her alleged
involvement in the May 9 riots, triggered after party founder Imran Khan's
arrest in a graft case in 2023, which saw military installations including the
General Headquarters (GHQ), Lahore Corps Commander's House being vandalised by
angry mobs.
Shah had
surrendered herself before the Punjab police in Lahore on May 23 last year and
spent months behind bars before securing bail by an anti-terrorism court in
Quetta in January 2024.
Continuing
in her social media post, the PTI activist said that she was honoured to be
nominated by party founder Khan for reserved seats and has accepted it with
"hope to live up to his expectations and those of my fellow
citizens".
The
development comes as the Supreme Court on July 12 ruled that the PTI was
eligible for the allocation of reserved seats for women and miorities, paving
the way for the party’s return to the parliament, which was kicked out of the
February 8 polls owing to the electoral body's December 2023 ruling.
The
judgement has also increased the pressure on the coalition alliance as it will
change the composition of the National Assembly.
The ECP,
as reported by The News, has already notified as many as 93 lawmakers from
three provincial legislatures as PTI members.
The
electoral body issued notification of 29 members of the PTI from Punjab, 58
members from Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and six members from Sindh.
Lamenting
her personal experience of "unimaginable injustice", Shah said that
the adversity she faced has in fact given her a sense of purpose.
"I'm
driven forward by the desire to make a difference for Pakistan," her
Instagram post read.
However,
the fashion designer highlighted that since her dual nationality issue is
resolved, Mehrunnisa Sajjad — a barrister and an Oxford University graduate —
will represent her.
Noting
that Sajjad is neither a family member nor a friend, Shah said that she chose
the lawyer after careful consideration because she embodies what I hope every
Pakistani woman can have the opportunity to become.
"Mehrunnisa
— who has also held the prestigious Vice President position of the Oxford Union
and advocates for the marginalised and downtrodden in Pakistanis — is
passionate about fighting for the rights of the marginalized, establishing genuine
democracy, and driving progress in Pakistan. I’m proud to have nominated such
an exceptional young Pakistani woman to represent PTI and myself in
parliament," the PTI supporter said.
Source: thenews.com.pk
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1215223-khadijah-shah-to-relinquish-us-citizenship-after-accepting-ptis-reserved-seat-nomination
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Romina,
Coordinator to Pak PM,Calls For Global Youth Collaboration To Combat Climate
Crisis
August
01, 2024
Coordinator
to Prime Minister on Climate Change RominaKhurshid Alam has emphasized the need
for collaboration amongst the global youth to effectively deal with the
challenges of climate change.
Addressing
an event in Islamabad today, she said we need to work together for disaster
risk management. She said Pakistani nation has always demonstrated the
resilience to deal with the challenges.
In his
remarks on the occasion, Chairman of Prime Minister's Youth Program Rana
Mashhood Ahmad Khan said under Green Youth Movement, the youth are being
engaged for environment protection. He said we will train two hundred thousand
youth in disaster risk management.
Source: radio.gov.pk
https://www.radio.gov.pk/01-08-2024/romina-calls-for-collective-global-youth-to-deal-with-climate-issues
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Pakistan
Tehreek-i-InsafWoman Leader MehrinAfridi Expressed Serious Reservations for
Excluding Tribal Women from Reserved Seats’ List
August
1, 2024
KHYBER:
A senior Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) woman leader MehrinAfridi expressed serious
reservations over her party’s decision of denying any representation to tribal
women in the list of reserved seats for national and provincial assemblies.
Talking
to journalists in Bara on Wednesday, the PTI former Fata women wing deputy
general secretary vehemently rejected the list of her party’s candidates for
reserved seats for women and termed it as a ‘robbery’ on the legitimate rights
of tribal women.
She said
that excluding tribal women from at least 22 to 23 reserved seats in the
provincial and ten reserved seats in the national assembly respectively, was a
huge disappointment for the party leadership and workers in the merged
districts.
She
alleged that some wasted elements within the party had also conspired to
exclude her name from the list of tribal women recommended for reserved seats
despite an initial approval from the top party leadership.
PTI’s
women leader further alleged that an anti-workers group in the partywas not
letting committed candidates to come forward and serve the party and the common
people in the parliament.
MehrinAfridi
appealed to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur to order
judicious investigation into the sudden exclusion of names of tribal women from
the list of reserved seats quota, and put an end to the sense of deprivation
among the female workers of the party in merged districts.
Source: dawn.com
https://www.dawn.com/news/1849314/pti-flayed-for-excluding-tribal-women-from-reserved-seats-list
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Africa:
Queering Africa's Women's Day: Voices of Courage and Change
31 JULY
2024
Nairobi
— Africa's Women's Day, celebrated annually on 31 July, marks the contributions
of our foremothers who championed liberation and development across the
continent.
Yet, for
many women, including queer African women and mothers of lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) children, the fight for dignity, freedom, and
liberation is far from over. Their experiences, often fraught with
discrimination and violence, highlight the urgent need for inclusive policies
that ensure their safety and equality.
Historically,
African women have played a crucial role in the continent's social, political,
and economic progress. However, many African countries maintain laws that
criminalize consensual same-sex relationships, perpetuating violence and
discrimination against queer women. In the past decade, while some countries
have made strides in decriminalizing same-sex relationships, a dangerous trend
of draconian anti-gender, anti-LGBT laws has emerged.
These
laws, favoring state-sponsored homophobia and transphobia, exacerbate the
dangers faced by queer individuals, their families, and allies. This reinforces
inequality and emboldens perpetrators of sexual and gender-based violence. The
compounded effects of homophobia and sexism place affected women in an
especially precarious position.
Across
the continent, LGBT women risk facing criminal charges for their relationships,
as well as sexual violence, blackmail, threats, and even death. These dangers
may lead to queer women being forced to marry a male partner against their
will, for safety and economic survival.
This
environment of intolerance and violence undermines their equal rights to
privacy, free expression, and bodily autonomy, often preventing them from
reporting abuses due to fear of prosecution, reprisal, and societal stigma.
Denying basic human rights based on sexual orientation or gender identity is a
violation of the nondiscrimination obligations guaranteed by various
constitutions and the Protocol to the African Charter on Human and People's
Rights on the rights of women in Africa.
Queer
women in Africa face discrimination at every turn. Mothers of LGBT children
risk stigmatization within their extended families and communities and face
legal repercussions for supporting their children. In many school systems,
students face bullying and discrimination due to a lack of recognition and
protection for diverse families as well as biased, judgmental educational
curricula that encourage exclusion and persecution of queer people. This
climate threatens women's right to family life and fosters impunity for crimes
against their children.
On this
African Women's Day – at the intersection of gender equality, freedom from
discrimination, and family rights for all women – queer women and mothers of
LGBT children are courageously speaking out, sharing a message of love,
acceptance and solidarity. We have collected hundreds of these powerful
messages, from Burkina Faso, and Uganda to South Africa, calling for an end to
discrimination and violence. These messages serve as powerful reminders of
these women's strength and resilience in a context where they are constantly
deprived of the freedom to love.
Samimi,
a mother from Burkina Faso, writes, "To all LGBT children, your courage
inspires change." A mother in Senegal says, "You are not cursed. Wipe
away your tears. I'll always be there for you." In Rwanda, a mother
affirms her love for her daughter and grandson, born of a same-sex
relationship. A lesbian mother in Bouaké, Ivory Coast, writes, "To my
daughter, mothers, queer women and all LGBTIQ+ children, you are loved, you are
precious. Stay proud of who you are." A mother in Abidjan writes, "To
my daughter and to people in all their diversity, I ask you to be yourselves.
Live and be happy, you're not hurting anyone." In Uganda, mothers write
'African LGBTIQ Individuals can't be legislated out of existence'. These
inspiring women want LGBT Africans to know that they are loved and accepted.
Their heartfelt messages echo across the continent, underscoring the universal
desire for equality and nondiscrimination.
As
thousands of African women's rights groups celebrate this day, it is crucial
for all of us to remember that the fight for women's rights must be inclusive.
Ignoring or neglecting the existence and rights of queer women exacerbates
discrimination and emboldens violence against gender and sexual minorities.
Hate is
not an African value. The fight against all forms of misogyny and patriarchal
structures should equally address transphobia and homophobia. Sexism and
homophobia are two sides of the same coin, and our struggle for justice must be
comprehensive and unwavering.
Larissa
Kojoue is a researcher at Human Rights Watch. Clare Byarugaba is an LGBTIQ
activist with Chapter Four Uganda. Miss Lylie is the Executive Director of WOMA
Media
Source: allafrica.com
https://allafrica.com/stories/202407310480.html
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Queen
Rania Of Jordan Opens New Radiation Oncology Facility In Amman
July 31,
2024
AMMAN:
Queen Rania of Jordan officially opened a new radiation oncology building at
the King Hussein Cancer Center in Amman on Wednesday.
The new
facility, which has 2,700 square meters of space and is equipped with
cutting-edge medical technology, will allow the radiation oncology department
to increase the number of patients it treats each month from 260 to about 400,
the Jordan News Agency reported.
During
her visit to the center, the queen toured key departments, including Jordan’s
first neurosurgery suite, which has successfully carried out more than 300
operations since it opened in 2019. She also saw the pediatrics department,
which provides care for about 90 percent of the all pediatric cancer patients
in the country.
“Over
the past 25 years, the King Hussein Cancer Center has become a cornerstone of
cancer care in the region, serving more than 70,000 patients,” said Princess
GhidaTalal, chairperson of the King Hussein Cancer Foundation and Center.
Each
year, the center, which covers an area of 108,700 square meters, handles 7,000
new patients, 14,000 admissions and 250,000 outpatient visits, officials said,
and provides essential radiotherapy services required by about 60 percent of
the patients it treats.
Its key
facilities include the country’s first public umbilical cord blood bank, specialized
intensive-care units, diagnostic and therapeutic radiology departments, a
cellular therapy and applied genomics department, and a bone marrow-transplant
program.
Other
dignitaries who joined the queen at the inauguration ceremony on Wednesday included
several other members of the royal family and Prime Minister BisherKhasawneh.
Source: arabnews.com
https://www.arabnews.com/node/2560241/middle-east
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Zoho and
She Code Africa Join Forces to Empower African Women in Tech
Zoho, a
global technology company, has partnered with She Code Africa (SCA), a
non-profit organization dedicated to empowering African women in technology.
This collaboration aims to enhance the skills of female tech professionals and
students across the continent.
Source: nextbillion.net
https://nextbillion.net/news/zoho-and-she-code-africa-join-forces-to-empower-african-women-in-tech/
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Press
Statement on the occasion of the “Pan-African Women’s Day”
July 31,
2024
As we
commemorate the 2024 Pan African Women’s Day under the theme “Invest in Women:
Accelerate Progress,” the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights,
through the Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Women in Africa, reaffirms its
unwavering commitment to advancing gender equality, empowering women and girls,
and upholding their fundamental rights to lead healthier and more fulfilling
lives.
We
extend our heartfelt solidarity and recognition to all African women across the
continent and in the diaspora. This day serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring
strength, resilience, and leadership of African women in the face of adversity
and their pivotal role in shaping the future of our continent.
We
continue to honour the legacy of the women who have led and continue to lead
struggles for freedom, equality, and justice in Africa. From grassroots
activists to policymakers, African Women have been at the forefront of
movements advocating for human rights, peace, and sustainable development.
Their commitment and contributions have not only transformed communities but
have also had a lasting impact on the collective progress of our nations.
Regarding
the theme for this year’s celebration, investing in women is not just a moral
imperative but a strategic necessity for societal progress. By ensuring
equitable access to education, healthcare, economic opportunities, and
decision-making roles, we have seen tangible benefits such as increased
economic productivity, improved health outcomes, and more inclusive governance
structures. These are just a few examples of how investing in women paves the
way for a more inclusive and prosperous future for all.
Investing
in women through education is crucial to accelerating progress and achieving
gender equality. Education empowers women and girls by giving them the knowledge,
skills, and confidence to pursue their aspirations and contribute meaningfully
to society.
Within
the African Union Agenda 2063 framework, education is a pivotal priority for
the continent’s advancement, aligning harmoniously with the African Union’s overarching
theme of “Educate and Skill Africa for the 21st Century.” The agenda strongly
emphasizes the significance of providing quality education to all individuals,
focusing on girls and women. Through strategic investments in the education of
women and girls, States can disrupt cycles of poverty, diminish gender
inequalities, and unleash the complete capabilities of their citizenry.
Quality
education equips women with the tools to access better opportunities,
participate in decision-making processes, and challenge societal norms
perpetuating gender inequality. It also significantly improves health outcomes,
increases economic empowerment, and fosters community cohesion.
Furthermore,
education catalyzes sustainable development, innovation, and progress across
various sectors. By ensuring that women have equal access to education at all
levels, including STEM fields and vocational training, countries can harness
the talents and perspectives of their entire population to drive inclusive
growth and development.
Therefore,
as part of investing in women and accelerating progress, a strong focus on
education is essential to realizing the vision of Agenda 2063 and creating a
future where African women are empowered, engaged, and thriving contributors to
their societies and economies.
As we
celebrate African Women’s achievements, we call on governments, civil society,
and all stakeholders to intensify efforts to empower women, safeguard their
rights, and ensure their full participation in all aspects of society. The
future of Africa is inextricably linked to the empowerment of its women.
Together,
through concerted efforts to promote gender equality in education and beyond,
we can unlock the full potential of African women, accelerate progress toward a
more just and prosperous future, and honor the spirit of empowerment and
resilience that defines the African woman.
Hon.
Commissioner Janet RamatoulieSallah-Njie, Vice-Chairperson and Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Women in
Africa, African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights
Distributed
by APO Group on behalf of African Commission on Human and People’s Rights
(ACHPR).
Source: africa.com
https://www.africa.com/press-statement-on-the-occasion-of-the-pan-african-womens-day/
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Bangladeshi Women Held at Agartala Airport Along with 2 Kids for Entering India
Illegally
July 31,
2024
Six
women, and two children, all of Bangladeshi origin, were held at the Maharaja
Bir Bikram airport in Agartala for entering India without valid passports, the
police said on Wednesday.
“We got
information about their suspicious movement at the MBB airport. Our team went
there and came to know that they entered without valid passports,” said the
officer in-charge of the Airport police station. After their preliminary
interrogation, the police came to know that they were planning to leave for
other states in the country.
Three
days ago, as many as 23 Bangladeshi nationals, including a tout, were arrested
from Agartala Railway Station for illegally entering India.
The
Government Railway Police (GRP) arrested the Bangladeshi nationals while they
were trying to board a train to move to other states via Guwahati. In the
preliminary interrogation, they revealed that they entered India in search of
jobs.
A few
days ago, two Indian touts were arrested from the Agartala Railway Station for
their involvement in helping in infiltration of Bangladeshi nationals. They
were charged under the Foreigners’ Act and the International Passport Act.
A huge
number of Bangladeshis and Rohingya persons have been arrested at the Agartala
Railway Station and different parts of Tripura in the last few weeks while they
were trying to board trains or vehicles to move out of the state.
A series
of arrests of drug peddlers, gun runners, and human traffickers too came to
light recently at the Agartala Railway Station, which the authorities suspect
is used as a corridor for trafficking.
The
Border Security Force has intensified its operation against touts and
trans-border criminals in order to clamp down on the influx of Bangladeshi
nationals and smuggling of contraband items in Tripura.
The
National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested several Tripura youths in
connection with a case registered at Guwahati last year for their alleged
involvement in human trafficking of Bangladeshi and Rohingya persons into the
Indian territory through Tripura. The latest arrests came on June 16 this year.
Source: indianexpress.com
https://indianexpress.com/article/india/bangladeshi-women-agartala-airport-kids-entering-india-illegally-9487458/
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