Manjula made the observations while dismissing a habeas corpus petition against the government’s decision to lodge Premkumar Ratnavadivel at the special camp in Tiruchi after he obtained bail in a criminal case. The Bench also gave liberty to the petitioner to approach the government seeking dislodgement from the special camp. However, if the refugees get involved in criminal cases, they would be lodged in a special camp after they obtain bail. Relatives could also visit them at the special camps and the government provides free medical treatment too at nearest government hospitals. Such committee had considered the case of Premkumar Ratnavadivel but decided not to recommend for his dislodgement from the special camp.

Source: The Nation October 10, 2021 18:22 UTC