Four Indian nationals, including two minors, who were detained by Delhi Police in 2025 and illegally pushed into Bangladesh, have returned to India after a year-long legal battle.

The group, comprising Sweety Bibi, her children, and others, was repatriated through the Malda district border following intervention by the Supreme Court.

Trinamool Congress leader Samirul Islam praised the judiciary's role in resolving the case, highlighting that genuine citizens should not face injustice.Ms.Khatun, who was heavily pregnant during her detention, gave birth to a child in India after returning in December 2025.The migrants' plight gained attention when they released a video appealing to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for repatriation.Bangladesh had previously requested the return of illegally pushed-back Indians, but the process took over a year.This case underscores border disputes and legal challenges in addressing illegal migration while protecting citizens' rights.