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U.S., India and illegal emigration
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Context
The deportation of hundreds of Indian migrants from the United States is raising concerns. This wave of deportations coincides with Trump's focus on tightening immigration laws and has created potential diplomatic tensions between India and the U.S., especially with the U.S. using military flights for deportations.
Increased Deportations and Concerns for India:
- Rise in Deportations: Between June and October 2024, approximately 1,60,000 individuals were deported, with a significant number from India. This marks an intensification of S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions, raising concerns about the growing number of returning migrants to India.
- Use of Military Flights: The U.S. has started using military flights for deportations, signaling a tougher stance on illegal immigration. The use of such flights, particularly with reports of shackling migrants, has sparked protests, notably from Colombia, highlighting the severity of the deportation process.
- Bilateral Tensions: The timing of these deportations, just ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the U.S., has potential diplomatic implications. This move signals that U.S. immigration policies may not be easily influenced by diplomatic efforts, creating a potential flashpoint in India-U.S. relations.
India’s Role in Managing Illegal Immigration:
- Responsibility to Accept Citizens: India has a responsibility to accept its citizens who have been deported from other countries. However, this comes with the challenge of ensuring that only verifiably Indian nationals are allowed to return. This puts pressure on India to manage these deportations effectively.
- Stricter Controls on Migration: To prevent its citizens from resorting to dangerous illegal immigration routes, particularly through Mexico and Canada, India must implement stricter controls. Awareness campaigns need to educate citizens in states with high deportation rates about the risks associated with illegal immigration.
- Addressing Root Causes of Migration: The government must address the underlying factors driving illegal migration, including economic distress, agricultural crises, and employment shortages. By tackling these issues, India can reduce the push factors that lead to people seeking illegal migration opportunities.
Practice Question:
Q. Examine the challenges posed by the increasing deportation of Indian migrants from the United States. What measures can the Indian government take to address the root causes of illegal immigration and manage the situation effectively?
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