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Politics
Sri Lankan Cabinet Green‑Lights Return of Refugees from India
✍️ Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
🗓 12 Aug 2026, 07:39 AM
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The Sri Lankan cabinet has approved the repatriation of Sri Lankan refugees currently residing in India.
The Sri Lankan cabinet has formally approved the return of Sri Lankan refugees who are currently living in India.
The decision, announced in a cabinet meeting, aims to facilitate the repatriation of nationals who have sought refuge in India.
Government officials stated that arrangements will be made to ensure a smooth and orderly return process for the affected families.
The move is part of Sri Lanka’s broader policy to address the status of its diaspora living abroad.
No specific number of refugees has been disclosed at this stage.
The decision, announced in a cabinet meeting, aims to facilitate the repatriation of nationals who have sought refuge in India.
Government officials stated that arrangements will be made to ensure a smooth and orderly return process for the affected families.
The move is part of Sri Lanka’s broader policy to address the status of its diaspora living abroad.
No specific number of refugees has been disclosed at this stage.