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Home Minister Amit Shah says Baby Ariha will be repatriated from Germany within months
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🗓 18 Oct 2026, 06:06 AM
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Amit Shah announced that the ministry is closely monitoring the case of Baby Ariha in Germany and expects her repatriation to be completed within a few months.
New Delhi – Home Minister Amit Shah told reporters that the government is actively tracking the situation of Baby Ariha, a child currently in Germany, and is working to secure her return to India. Shah said the ministry has been in regular contact with German authorities and Indian diplomatic missions to expedite the process. He added that, based on the progress made so far, the repatriation could be achieved within a few months. No further details on the circumstances that led to the child's stay abroad were disclosed. The statement reflects the government's commitment to safeguarding the welfare of Indian citizens overseas.
The ministry’s spokesperson confirmed that a dedicated team is handling the case and that all legal and logistical aspects are being coordinated. Shah emphasized that the safety and well‑being of the child remain the top priority and that the government will continue to provide updates as the situation evolves.
While the exact timeline for the child's return has not been set, officials indicated that the necessary paperwork and travel arrangements are being fast‑tracked. The announcement comes amid heightened public interest in the case, with many awaiting confirmation of the child's safe return to her family in India.
The ministry’s spokesperson confirmed that a dedicated team is handling the case and that all legal and logistical aspects are being coordinated. Shah emphasized that the safety and well‑being of the child remain the top priority and that the government will continue to provide updates as the situation evolves.
While the exact timeline for the child's return has not been set, officials indicated that the necessary paperwork and travel arrangements are being fast‑tracked. The announcement comes amid heightened public interest in the case, with many awaiting confirmation of the child's safe return to her family in India.