COMMITTEE FOR C.R.OF C.A.P. vs STATE OF ARUNACHAL PRADESH .

The Supreme Court, in Writ Petition (Civil) No. 510 of 2007, directed the Union of India to grant citizenship to the Chakma and Hajong Tribals under Section 5(1)(a) of the Citizenship Act, 1955, emphasizing their long-standing residence in Arunachal Pradesh since 1964-1969. The Court recognized the adverse conditions faced by the Chakmas due to economic blockades enforced by local unions, which threatened their access to essential services. The ruling underscored the need for a resolution between the State and the Chakmas to address citizenship rights while considering the concerns of local citizens regarding cultural preservation.