The United States has used chartered flights to repatriate Indian citizens living there illegally. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said on Friday that the move was taken with the cooperation of the Indian government. “Indian citizens who do not have a legal basis to reside in the United States will be deported,” said Kristy A. Canegalo, a senior official at the Department of Homeland Security. “Don’t fall prey to these immigration brokers who provide them with misinformation.” “
The flight left for India on October 22. The Department of Homeland Security also said they are strictly enforcing U.S. immigration laws and encouraging illegal immigrants to follow legal pathways. Since June this year, the number of illegal immigrants at the US-Mexico border has decreased by 55%. In fiscal year 2024, the Department of Homeland Security repatriated more than 160,000 people. To this end, more than 495 flights are operated in 145 countries, including India.
The Department of Homeland Security is contacting other countries to ensure the safe return of citizens living illegally. This step was taken to reduce illegal immigration and promote safe and legal routes. The Department of Homeland Security has repatriated citizens from several countries in the past year, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Egypt, Mauritania, Senegal, Uzbekistan, China and India.
