Thread by @sssingh21

Talked to Hindu Singh, who came to India decades ago as refugee but now an Indian citizen. He will provide complete details soon. If economic distress was the reason for committing mass suicide, @humanaidint will consider expanding programme there too ASAP. @ManMundra @swati_gs

All of them were poisoned, but yet to ascertain whether it was murder or suicide. In either case, their helplessness and lack of support system are primarily responsible. #CAA notwithstanding, they are left on their own to fend for themselves in absence of a rehabilitation plan.

These refugees escaped from persecution. What did they get here even after being in India for years? They struggle to get children educated, access health services, healthy shelter and a proper job. The state has no funds for them and corporate sector cares the least.

Then it is primarily left on the civil society to take care of them. However, most of us use them for our own glorification. We visit them once in a while, provide them some food, cloths etc., take photos to share on social media to get likes and then feel content.

But development cannot be ensured thru such casual doling out. A comprehensive and long-term plan is required and for that predictable funding. My experience is, it is easier to mobilise sympathy for them but not the finance for long-term development.

Anyways, @humanaidint will now try expanding its development programme to Jodhpur also to try helping these refugees.