Where Will I Go? The Rohingya Dilemma

Since August 25, 2017, over 800,000 Rohingyas have been forced to flee their homeland and seek refuge in Bangladesh, escaping violence and persecution by Myanmar's military, the Tatmadaw, and the local Rakhine community. Today, a staggering one million stateless Rohingya refugees live in the world's largest and most densely populated refugee camps in Ukhiya, Cox's Bazar. Life in these camps is marked by extreme hardship, and Bangladesh has shouldered the immense responsibility of caring for these refugees for over six years. The Rohingya population aspires not only to return to their homeland but also to seek justice for the atrocities committed against them. Various stakeholders have initiated legal actions against Myanmar on national and international fronts. Despite numerous attempts by the Government of Bangladesh to facilitate repatriation, these efforts have been failed by the unyielding stance of the Myanmar government, making the prospect of return increasingly difficult. While the international community has provided financial support for the Rohingya refugees, they have shown reluctance toward a third-country resettlement program. Consequently, the burden of care continues to rest heavily on Bangladesh. As for the integration of the Rohingya population, Bangladeshi citizens hold mixed emotions and experiences. After years of intricate negotiations, the much-debated relocation of Rohingya to Bhashan Char has become a reality, though it remains a subject of criticism from various stakeholders and the international community. The future of the Rohingya people remains uncertain and unclear, with numerous potential solutions available, but the complexity of their situation has left them in a state of dilemma. Given the intricate nature of the repatriation processes, this documentary film delves into the suffering endured by the Rohingya due to torture and persecution. It also explores the legal avenues for achieving justice and international cooperation. Finally, the documentary investigates the possibilities of repatriation of the Rohingyas to Myanmar.