Controversy Erupts Over US Journalist's OCI Card Cancellation

The Indian government has revoked the OCI card of US-based journalist Raphael Satter, accusing him of maligning Indian institutions via unauthorized journalistic activities. The Ministry of Home Affairs claims he violated visa conditions, sparking a legal battle as Satter contests the decision in the Delhi High Court.

The Indian government is standing by its decision to revoke the Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card of Raphael Satter, a US-based journalist accused of tainting India’s image globally through his work.

The Ministry of Home Affairs argued Satter flouted government notifications by engaging in journalism without seeking requisite permissions, prompting a discreet lookout circular against him.

Satter challenges the revocation in Delhi High Court, arguing his visits were family-related, while the ministry maintains the decision and the revocation order will be upheld.