Breaking News
1. Massive fire at Varanasi railway station parking, over 200 vehicles gutted      2. First Sambhal, Then Ajmer: Ex-CJI Chandrachud Under Fire For ‘Opening Floodgates’ Of Survey Pleas      3. Chennai Airport Shut, Trains Hit As Cyclone Fengal Intensifies      4. 2nd Hindu Priest Arrested In Bangladesh Amid Protests: ISKCON Member      5. Man climbs mobile tower in Kota, threatens suicide over his tractor seizure      6. Body of 2-year-old, his grandmother recovered from river in Manipur      7. Bodies of six abducted in Jiribam found; Kerala CM and UDF leaders argue over BJP defection      8. Several flights, trains disrupted as Delhi covered in smog, visibility down      9. Delhi air quality: AQI at this Delhi station above 1500      10. Pawan Kalyan condemns deaths of 2 Hindu girls in Pakistan who faced ‘atrocities’      11. India not to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, wants its matches in Dubai      12. India not to travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy, wants its matches in Dubai      13. Samosas, cakes meant for Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu served to his security staff instead; CID probe on      14. We remain undeterred: Australian outlet on Canada's ban after Jaishankar presser      15. 'We Are Here Only As Pilgrims, Do Our Work & Leave': CJI DY Chandrachud Bids Farewell To Supreme Court      16. PM Narendra Modi slams NC-Cong's Article 370 resolution: 'Conspiracy against Kashmir'      17. IPL Auction: James Anderson registers for first time      18. Sharda Sinha dies: Huma Qureshi, Manoj Bajpayee, and others grieve singer's death      19. Man shot in gang war outside Raipur jail, sparks outrage over security lapses      20. After MK Stalin, Udhayanidhi warns Vijay, TVK: Only DMK will win in 2026     
  1. Home
  2. News

India and US Collaborate to Address Illegal Immigration Concerns

  • Posted on November 2, 2024
  • News
  • By Arijit Dutta
  • 34 Views

India is collaborating with the US to address rising illegal immigration following the deportation of over 1,100 Indian immigrants. The two nations aim to enhance legal immigration pathways and raise awareness about the risks associated with illegal migration and unscrupulous travel agents.

1730553908-LVJSTtli32.png

In light of a recent surge in deportations, the Indian government is working closely with the United States to tackle illegal immigration. Over 1,100 Indian immigrants were deported from the US between October 2023 and September 2024, marking a notable increase in such actions. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) attributed these deportations to ongoing “regular consular dialogue” between the two nations.

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized that the cooperation aims to enhance legal immigration pathways while deterring illegal entries. “Our regular consular dialogue and arrangements facilitate the movement of individuals residing in the US illegally,” Jaiswal stated. This initiative is part of India’s broader strategy to create safer migration options, mitigating reliance on human smugglers and dubious travel agencies that exploit vulnerable individuals.

Royce Murray, Assistant Secretary for Border and Immigration Policy at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), acknowledged the increased deportations and thanked India for its collaborative efforts. She highlighted the importance of building awareness regarding the risks associated with illegal immigration and the role of unscrupulous agents.

The joint initiative underscores the commitment of both nations to strengthen their relationship while addressing challenges related to migration and human trafficking. By fostering legal immigration channels and raising awareness about the consequences of unlawful pathways, India and the US hope to protect potential migrants from exploitation.

Also Read: Indian Government Defends Firms Sanctioned by US Over Trade with Russia

As the situation evolves, both governments are dedicated to maintaining an open dialogue on immigration policies, ensuring that vulnerable populations are informed about safe and legal alternatives for migration.

Author
No Image
Author
Arijit Dutta

You May Also Like