Dear Hindraf Supporters,

I thank you all for the support, kind words of comfort and motivation upon the dismissal of the Habeas Corpus application of the 5 HINDRAF members who have been detained since 13th December 2007 unjustly.

My sincere thanks also to Mr. Karpal Singh and his son Mr.Gobind Singh for their tireless effort and commitment shown in the case.

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Brief Statement

HINDRAF is disappointed with the decision of the High Court. Once again the Malaysian Judiciary has failed to uphold principles enshrined in the Federal constitution and unjustly denied the 5 their freedom.

Our struggle for their release and the 18 demands would continue with worldwide protest on the 100th day of ISA arrests which falls on 22nd march 2008. Strategic cities, tourist and economic locations would see a worldwide protest for the unjust caused on the 5 HINDRAF leaders and their families.

P. Waytha Moorthy
Chairman
HINDRAF
currently in London

Karpal said the court threw out the defence argument that the detention was unlawful because there had been no 60-day investigation period beforehand.

“I think their detention has far-reaching consequences. You are placing dictatorial powers in the hands of the internal security minister,” he said.

Hindraf infuriated the government by mounting a mass rally last November alleging discrimination against minority ethnic Indians in Malaysia.

Hindraf members immediately condemned the decision and vowed to punish the ruling Barisan Nasional coalition in March 8 general elections.

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