Sarbjit Kaur Unlikely to Be Deported as Pakistan Considers Humanitarian Grounds

Sarbjit Kaur Unlikely to Be Deported as Pakistan Weighs Humanitarian Concerns
Indian Sikh Woman, Now Noor Fatima, Seeks Protection in Pakistan Amid Safety Fears
No Official Demand from India as Interior Ministry Reviews High-Profile Conversion Case
Lahore, January 10, 2026
Ali Imran Chattha | Nazrana Times

In a significant development in the Sarbjit Kaur case, reliable sources indicate that the Indian Sikh woman—now known as Noor Hussain (also called Noor Fatima)—is unlikely to be deported to India in the near future due to serious humanitarian and security concerns.
According to official and legal sources, Pakistani authorities are reluctant to proceed with deportation in light of reported threats to her life and fears of mistreatment faced by Muslims and religious converts in India. Notably, the Indian government has neither issued any public statement nor formally requested her repatriation, further reducing the likelihood of immediate deportation.
State Minister for Interior Talal Chaudhry has emphasized that the case is being handled strictly on humanitarian grounds, with authorities closely monitoring Noor Fatima’s situation while prioritizing her safety, dignity, and well-being.
Request Against Deportation
Sources confirm that Sarbjit Kaur has requested to Pakistani authorities, clearly stating her refusal to return to India. She has cited grave threats to her life and personal security if deported, reinforcing her desire to remain in Pakistan.
Life at Darul Aman
Currently residing at the government-run Darul Aman shelter home on Band Road near Chowk Yateem Khana, Lahore, Noor Fatima is reported to be comfortable, cooperative, and fully compliant with shelter regulations.
Shelter officials say she is actively pursuing Islamic education, receiving religious guidance from fellow residents, and showing keen interest in deepening her understanding of Islam following her voluntary conversion.
A special medical team examined her on January 9, 2026, declaring her health satisfactory. She remains in protective custody, housed in a separate room under the supervision of female police personnel.
Husband Under Investigation
Her husband, Nasir Hussain, a resident of Sheikhupura district, is currently in police custody and facing investigation related to visa and immigration violations. The couple was arrested together on January 4, 2026, near Nankana Sahib.

Background of the Case
Originally from Amanipur village in Kapurthala district, Indian Punjab, Sarbjit Kaur entered Pakistan on November 4, 2025, as part of a Sikh pilgrim group attending Guru Nanak Dev’s birth anniversary celebrations at Nankana Sahib.
Although her visa expired on November 13, she remained in Pakistan after converting to Islam on November 5, adopting the name Noor Hussain/Fatima, and marrying Nasir Hussain—whom she had reportedly been in contact with for several years via social media.
An initial attempt to deport her via the Wagah-Attari border on January 5 failed due to border closure and the Interior Ministry’s refusal to issue a special exit permit.
Legal and Diplomatic Review Ongoing
Multiple petitions are currently pending before the Lahore High Court. While some seek her deportation for visa violations, others argue that her conversion and marriage were matters of free will, warranting protection under Pakistani law.
As of January 10, 2026, the Interior Ministry has not issued any travel permit or final decision, maintaining that the case remains under review with due consideration of legal, humanitarian, and diplomatic factors.
This sensitive cross-border case—intertwining pilgrimage regulations, personal liberty, religious choice, and immigration law—continues to attract widespread attention, with no immediate resolution in sight. Further developments are expected as authorities deliberate.