United States Expelled 1,563 Indians From January to July, According to the External Affairs Ministry
In a significant turn of events, the United States has deported a staggering 1,563 Indian nationals between January and July 2023, according to official figures released in Parliament in February 2023. This figure is part of a larger trend, with approximately 1,000 illegal migrants from India being deported towards the end of 2024, and more than 300 Indians being deported in three military flights in a controversial move that involved the handcuffing and shackling of women and children.
The exact location of the deported individuals is not known. However, it is reported that a majority of the deportees are from Punjab and Gujarat, sent abroad on the "donkey routes" by travel agents.
The US Department of Homeland Security suggests there are close to 18,000 illegal immigrants from India in the US. The US State Department announced visa restrictions on owners and officials of travel agencies in India who knowingly facilitated illegal immigration to the United States in May.
The latest batch of deported Indian nationals returned last week. The US has called the deportation of immigrants to Africa's Eswatini "uniquely barbaric". The Indian side confirms the nationality of the people to be deported, after receiving lists from US authorities.
The focus seems to be on a strong crackdown on illegal migration and steps to ease visas for legitimate travelers, according to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. No specific information about the reasons for deportation was provided in the article.
It's important to note that during the presidency of Joe Biden, which started in January 2021, the overall number of Indian deportations was reported to be significantly lower, estimated at around 3,000 in total. However, the exact figure for the first seven months of 2021 is not explicitly provided.
This article does not contain details about future plans or actions related to the deportation of Indian nationals. For accurate data and the latest updates, consulting the relevant authorities' reports or statistics would be advisable.
- Despite the criticisms of the deportation process, the Indian government is emphasizing a policy-and-legislation focus on strengthening efforts against illegal migration, as stated by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
- In a bid to combat illegal immigration, the US State Department announced visa restrictions on owners and officials of travel agencies in India who knowingly facilitated illegal immigration in May 2023.
- The general-news media has covered the controversial deportation of Indian nationals to Africa's Eswatini, with the US authorities accused of using crime-and-justice tactics such as handcuffing and shackling women and children during the deportation process.
