The SOMISA project addresses several core research areas, including:

Securitization Policies: How do governments in India and Bangladesh perceive and respond to the influx of Rohingya refugees? This section explores security-based responses such as border control measures, exclusionary policies, and international cooperation on migration.

Migration Dynamics: Examining the migration routes, challenges, and experiences of the Rohingya people as they cross borders into India and Bangladesh.

Impact on Regional Security: How does the movement of refugees influence national and regional security dynamics, including the rise of populist sentiments, refugee camps, and humanitarian crises?

Human Rights and International Law: Analyzing the implications of securitization on the human rights of refugees and how international law addresses their plight. This section highlights the theoretical frameworks, methodologies, and key questions guiding the project.