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India Says 2,417 Nationals Returned From U.S. Deportations Since January

The foreign ministry stressed nationality checks before returns, signaling continued close coordination with U.S. authorities.

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MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India aims to encourage legal migration.
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Overview

  • MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reported a cumulative 2,417 Indian nationals deported or repatriated from the United States since January 2025.
  • He reiterated that India opposes illegal migration and aims to expand lawful pathways for those seeking to move abroad.
  • The ministry said it accepts returnees only after verifying nationality and receiving supporting documentation from host authorities.
  • India described close cooperation with U.S. agencies on removals and noted earlier updates had cited 1,080 returns since January with about 62% on commercial flights.
  • Officials said India is cracking down on traffickers and visa fraud, issuing advisories about dubious overseas job offers, and prioritizing the welfare of Indian students with the hope their visa applications are decided on merit.