India’s Response to US Deportations: A Closer Look
NEW DELHI: Following an uproar over the treatment of Indian deportees from the United States, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar defended India’s decision to accept illegal migrants returned by an American military plane. He emphasized that there have been no changes to past US procedures regarding deportations.
Understanding the Deportation Process
Jaishankar clarified that the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for deportations, which has been in effect since 2012, permits the use of restraints during transport. This practice applies to both chartered and military aircraft. He noted that ICE had assured the Indian government that women and children are not restrained during these flights.
Details of the Recent Deportation
This week, a C17 transport plane was used to deport 104 Indian nationals, marking a significant event in the deportation history. Before the plane’s arrival in Amritsar, India verified the citizenship and passport details of all returnees. Jaishankar assured that the needs of deportees, such as food and medical emergencies, were adequately addressed during transit, including temporary unrestraining during toilet breaks.
Ongoing Engagement with the US
Jaishankar confirmed that India is actively engaging with the US government to ensure that deportees are treated humanely during flights. He highlighted the need for a crackdown on the illegal migration industry and assured that law enforcement agencies would act against agents facilitating illegal migration.
Conclusion: A Call for Legal Mobility
Jaishankar reiterated India’s commitment to accepting all illegal migrants, subject to verification of their nationality. He emphasized the importance of legal mobility while discouraging illegal migration, which often leads to exploitation and dangerous situations for individuals.
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