Recent Deportations Strain U.S.-India Relations Ahead of Modi's Visit
The recent deportation of 104 Indian nationals from the United States has garnered significant attention, highlighting the complexities of immigration policies and their human impact. This event, occurring just before Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit to Washington, underscores the ongoing challenges in U.S.-India immigration dynamics. The Deportation Event On February 6, 2025, a U.S. military aircraft transported 104 Indian deportees to Amritsar, India. Many of these individuals had entered the U.S. illegally, often paying substantial sums to agents for assistance. Upon arrival, deportees reported being handcuffed and leg-chained during the flight, describing the experience as degrading. Reuters AP News Government Responses India's External Affairs Minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, acknowledged the incident, stating that U.S. regulations on restraints during deportation flights have been in place since 2012. He emphasized India's commitment to addressi...