US Deports Over 160,000 Migrants in Crackdown on Illegal Immigration

The Department of Homeland Security collaborates with international partners to deter irregular migration and combat human smuggling.

On October 22, 2024, the US Department of Homeland Security deported Indian nationals lacking legal residency status via a chartered flight.
The deportation is part of a broader effort involving 495 repatriation flights to over 145 countries since June 2024.
US authorities have reported a 55% decrease in unauthorized immigration attempts along the southwest border since new regulations were introduced.
More than 186,000 Indian nationals have attempted illegal entry into the US over the past two years, highlighting a surge in migration.
The US and India are working together to promote legal migration routes and discourage reliance on human smugglers.