Noorul Amin's desperate search for his brother, Kairul, reveals a disturbing account of alleged deportations of Rohingya refugees by the Indian government to Myanmar. In May 2025, Amin received a distressing call informing him that Kairul, along with four other relatives, were among a group of 40 Rohingya refugees purportedly deported from India to Myanmar.

The refugees' ordeal began in Delhi, where they were apprehended before being transported to an island in the Bay of Bengal. From there, they were allegedly forced onto a naval vessel and eventually cast into the Andaman Sea with only life jackets for safety. After reaching the shore, they sought refuge with the Ba Htoo Army (BHA), a resistance group engaged in conflict with the military junta in Myanmar.

Speaking from a makeshift wooden shelter, Soyed Noor, one of the refugees, conveyed the pervasive sense of insecurity, emphasizing that the area is a war zone. He communicated via a BHA member's phone, highlighting their reliance on the resistance group for safety. Another refugee, John, recounted the horrific experience of being treated like a captive, with hands bound and faces covered before being thrown into the sea. The refugees' testimonies paint a grim picture of their treatment and the dangers they face in Myanmar.

The deportations have sparked outrage and concern among human rights advocates and refugee communities. Critics argue that India's actions violate international law and disregard the principle of non-refoulement, which prohibits the return of refugees to countries where they face persecution. The incident has also raised questions about the Indian government's stance on refugees and its commitment to protecting vulnerable populations. The long-term implications of these deportations on the Rohingya community and regional stability remain uncertain.