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Amritsar, India – A U.S. military aircraft carrying 104 deported Indian citizens landed in Amritsar on February 5, marking an unprecedented move in U.S.-India repatriation. The deportees, from states like Punjab, Haryana, and Gujarat, had entered the U.S. illegally and were sent back as part of tightened immigration policies under President Donald Trump.
Reports suggest some deportees were handcuffed during transit, sparking criticism in India. In response, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that India is engaging with U.S. authorities to ensure humane treatment. The incident has reignited discussions on illegal migration and immigration policies.
