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India urges inclusive migration and tougher anti trafficking laws at UNGA in bid to protect migrant rights

Politics
Published on 8 May 2026
India urges inclusive migration and tougher anti trafficking laws at UNGA in bid to protect migrant rights

India wants a migrant rights framework that covers every stage

India, ahead of the UN General Assembly, is pushing for a more humane migration approach built on inclusion and stronger safeguards against irregular migration and human trafficking. The proposal aims to uphold migrants’ rights and safety at every point of their journey, adopting a holistic framework that goes beyond enforcement to address protection throughout the migration process.

  • India is pushing for an inclusive migration policy at UNGA
  • The framework targets irregular migration and human trafficking
  • It emphasizes protecting migrant rights and safety at every stage
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