Surge in Indian Deportations from the US: 370 Deported, Daily 1 Deportation Recorded
Increase in Deportation of Indian Immigrants from US: 2023 Sees Daily Return of at Least One Indian Due to Documentation Issues or Overstay. Total 370 Deported, 5,477 from 2018 to 2023.
Recently, the United States has seen a marked increase in deportations of Indian Immigrants. In 2023, at least one Indian was deported daily, primarily due to improper documentation or unauthorized stay. This year alone witnessed the deportation of 370 Indians, contributing to the total of 5,477 Indians deported from the US between 2018 and 2023.
Flight to Nicaragua with 303 Indians Halted in France, Raising Illegal Immigration Concerns
In December, a flight en route to Nicaragua, carrying 303 Indian passengers, was stopped in France, sparking fears of illegal immigration. Suspected of human trafficking, this flight originated from Gujarat, India. The passengers are currently under police investigation for their alleged involvement.
Record High Indian Deportations in 2020 Under Trump Presidency
In 2020, during Donald Trump’s tenure as the President of the United States, a record number of Indian nationals were deported. The year saw 2,312 Indians being deported, marking a significant clampdown on illegal immigration during Trump’s administration.
Deported Indian Numbers Dwarfed by Those Caught Illegally Entering the US
Despite the high number of Indian deportations, the figure pales in comparison to the larger number of Indians caught illegally entering the United States. In the fiscal year 2023, from October to September, a staggering 96,917 Indians were apprehended for illegal entry.
Trump Vies for Presidency Again, Pledges Stricter Stance on Illegal Immigration
