India Reports 7,656 Rohingyas and 504 Bangladeshis Living in Jammu & Kashmir

The Ministry of Home Affairs has published new statistics indicating that 7,656 Rohingyas and 504 Bangladeshis are living in Jammu and Kashmir. The figures were released in a government press release dated today. The data reflects the number of foreign nationals who have been granted residence permits or are residing under temporary protection in the region. Analysts note that the Rohingya community in India has grown since the 2017 influx from Myanmar, while the Bangladeshi presence remains relatively small. The government has said it will continue to monitor the situation and ensure that all residents receive necessary services and legal support.