U.S. sends back 200 Indians on military plane

Sub : IR

Sec :India and world

Context:

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to the U.S., the Trump administration has begun deporting illegal Indian immigrants, with a military aircraft carrying around 200 Indian nationals departing the U.S. for India.
The deportation follows a conversation between Modi and President Trump, where Trump emphasized India’s role in addressing illegal immigration.

Deportation Method:

The S. administration has been tightening immigration laws, with over 160,000 individuals deported since June 2024, including many from India.
While the deportation of Indian nationals is not new, the use of a military aircraft for this purpose represents a novel method.
Previously, large-frame charter flights were used for deportations, but this military air transport signifies an escalation in the execution of deportation policies.

India’s position:

India’s diplomatic relations with the U.S. regarding illegal immigration are cooperative. The Indian government has been in discussions with U.S. officials, particularly under the Trump administration, about the deportation of illegal immigrants.
India has confirmed its willingness to take back its citizens who are illegally staying abroad, provided their nationality is verified.
While India has agreed to repatriate its nationals, the country has also expressed concern over the broader issue of U.S. immigration policy, especially the tough stance adopted by the Trump administration.