February 23rd 2025.
On Sunday evening, a group of twelve Indian individuals arrived at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, bringing an end to their deportation ordeal from Panama. These individuals were part of a larger group of 299 undocumented migrants who were deported by the US a few days earlier.
This marks the first batch of Indians to return from Panama after being deported by the US. It is reported that the Trump administration has launched a mass deportation program for foreign nationals living illegally in the US. As a result, over 300 Indians have already been deported to India in three separate flights this month.
The Indian government has made it clear that they will take back all Indian nationals who have either overstayed their visas or are living in the US without proper documentation, once their nationality is verified. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized this point in Parliament on February 6, stating that it is the responsibility of all nations to take back their citizens who are living illegally in foreign countries.
He also clarified that this is not a policy exclusive to India and is a widely accepted principle in international relations. The verification of nationality is a crucial step in this process, ensuring that the right individuals are being repatriated.
The return of these twelve Indians from Panama serves as a reminder that the consequences of living in a foreign country without proper documentation can be severe. It is important for all individuals to abide by the laws and regulations of the country they are residing in. As for these deportees, they can now reunite with their families and start rebuilding their lives back home in India.
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