Second Flight Carrying Deported Indians from the U.S. Arrives in India Today
The deportation of Indians who were residing illegally in the United States continues. As part of this, the U.S. recently deported 104 Indians in the first phase, who were flown from Texas to Amritsar, Punjab. Following this, a second flight carrying deported Indians is set to arrive in India today (February 15, 2025). Additionally, another flight is expected to arrive tomorrow, according to reports.
Increasing Number of Indians Migrating to the U.S.
The number of Indians traveling to the U.S. has been increasing annually for education, employment, and business opportunities. While many Indians migrate legally with student visas and work permits, some attempt to stay illegally without proper documentation.
Under the new immigration policies of U.S. President Donald Trump, illegal immigrants cannot remain in the country. As a result, many undocumented Indians are being deported.
First Phase of Deportation – 104 Indians Arrived in Punjab
On February 5, 2025, in the first phase, 104 Indians were deported from Texas to Amritsar on a military aircraft. The group included:
- 25 women
- 12 children
- 67 men
Most of those deported were found to be from Punjab. Many had been detained in U.S. immigration detention centers before being deported.
Second Phase of Deportation Today
Today, a second deportation flight has landed in Amritsar, India. The exact number of Indians on board has not yet been officially disclosed.
Additionally, another deportation flight is expected to arrive tomorrow (February 16, 2025).
Reasons for Deportation
- Illegal immigration – Staying in the U.S. without a valid visa or permit.
- Deportation orders – The U.S. has issued removal orders for individuals violating immigration laws.
- Strict immigration policies under President Donald Trump – The administration has taken tough measures against undocumented immigrants.
- Detained individuals – Many Indians were arrested for illegal entry, visa fraud, or human trafficking before being deported.
Punjab Government Questions the Central Government
Punjab’s Finance Minister, Harpal Seema, questioned why deported Indians were only being sent to Punjab and not to Gujarat or Haryana. However, U.S. officials clarified that most deported individuals were from Punjab, which is why Amritsar was chosen as the landing destination.
Future Deportations Expected
Recent reports indicate that over 18,000 Indians are currently residing illegally in the U.S. and are at risk of deportation. Experts predict that the U.S. government will continue deporting more individuals in the coming months.
Conclusion
It is crucial for Indians to migrate legally to avoid deportation. The Indian government and immigration authorities must educate and guide people on legal migration routes to prevent further deportations.
