Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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In Tihar Jail, after more than 2,000 days without trial, Umar Khalid remains imprisoned for peacefully protesting India’s discriminatory Citizenship Amendment Act. His father speaks words of pride and hope about his son’s struggle. A student activist and human rights defender, Umar’s fight for justice and the rights of marginalized communities continues, even behind bars.HRF has submitted a petition to the UN Working Group on Arbitary Detention on behalf of Umar Khalid and calls for his immediate release.

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