Indians deported from US

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From the Land of Dreams to Deportation: The 'Donkey Route' Story!

Deportation - Human Trafficking - Immigration - S Jaishankar - US-India Relations

Over 100 Indians aboard a US military flight are making headlines! Discover the 'Donkey Route' saga and the seriousness of human trafficking!

In a sweeping operation, over 100 Indian migrants, who had successfully traversed the treacherous 'Donkey Route' to reach the United States, were recently deported back to India. This event, marked by the landing of a US military C-17 aircraft in Amritsar, has highlighted the plight of many desperate individuals who chase the American dream under risk-laden circumstances. The migrants mainly hailed from various states in India, including Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Punjab, and their unfortunate journey has sparked discussions about immigration policies and human trafficking.

As India's Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar addressed parliament, he reassured citizens that the Indian government was actively engaging with the US to ensure that repatriated individuals are treated with dignity and respect. The cases of numerous deportees, including individuals who were shackled and treated as security threats, further amplify the alarm bells regarding the aggressive stance on immigration adopted by the current administration in the US. Jaishankar stressed the need for stringent actions against human traffickers who exploit hopeful immigrants, often leaving them vulnerable and at the mercy of dangerous routes and unscrupulous agents.

Among the deported was Daler Singh, a 40-year-old from Punjab, who shared his harrowing experience. After spending around six months and a staggering $45,000 to reach the US, he found himself escorted back home within weeks. Many who embarked on this journey believed in the path to success and stability, but the reality of deportation shattered their dreams, leading them back to the lives they hoped to escape. The pilot event signifies a larger trend within US immigration enforcement, serving as a chilling reminder that endurance does not always guarantee success.

The mass deportation has not only ignited conversations about immigration but also raised crucial questions about global human rights practices. While some view the increased migration as a crisis, many families grapple with understanding how to forge a future amid systemic challenges and unstable conditions in their home country. As the stories of those affected circulate, they serve as a powerful testament to resilience, determination, and the often harsh realities of seeking a better life.

Did you know that the 'Donkey Route' often refers to the dangerous journey many people take through various countries to reach the US, involving both land and sea hazards? Or that the US has been tightening its immigration policies in recent years, making the plight of migrants even more dire? The unfolding narratives of those like Daler Singh not only shed light on individual stories but also ring the alarm on a much bigger issue of migration and human rights!

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Over 100 Indians Deported From US: How 'Donkey Route' Business ... (NDTV)

A US military aircraft carrying over 100 Indian migrants landed in Amritsar on Wednesday, marking the first mass deportation under President Donald Trump.

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Indian citizens deported from US on military aircraft (WBAL Baltimore)

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A US military C-17 transport aircraft carrying several Indians deported for illegal immigration landed in Amritsar on Wednesday.

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A U.S. military plane carrying 104 deported Indian migrants arrived in the northern Indian city of Amritsar Wednesday, the first such flight to the country as ...

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Indian citizens deported from US on military aircraft (KSBW The Central Coast)

The C-17 aircraft, carrying migrants mainly from India's Gujarat, Maharashtra and Punjab states, landed Wednesday afternoon local time in the northwestern city ...

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