Articles by Neeta Lal

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The Nowhere People: Rohingyas in India
Neeta Lal – Inter Press Service-IPS, 30 Apr 2018

25 Apr 2018 – Persecuted in their country of origin, Rohingyas — the largest stateless population in the world at three million — have found shelter across vast swathes of Asia including in India. “Rather than resent their presence, India should accept the Rohingyas as it has other migrants. As a big regional player, the refugee crisis presents India with a unique opportunity to set an example and work out a long-term resolution to this humanitarian crisis which will usher in peace and stability in the region.”

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Children of a Lesser God: Human Trafficking Soars in India
Neeta Lal – Inter Press Service-IPS, 27 Jun 2016

The Global Slavery Index released recently by the human rights organisation Walk Free Foundation states that globally, India has the largest population of modern slaves. Over 18 million people are trapped as bonded labourers, forced beggars, sex workers and child soldiers across the country. They constitute 1.4 percent of India’s total population.

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