Surge in Indian Migrants at US Border Sparks Mass Deportation: 104 Flown Back in Military Operation

A U.S. military aircraft repatriated 104 Indian nationals detained while attempting illegal entry via the Mexico border in January and February 2025. The group—comprising 72 men, 19 women, and 13 children—hailed primarily from Gujarat and Punjab, with families reportedly spending ₹30 lakh to ₹1 crore on smuggling networks. U.S. authorities flagged the deportation as part of heightened border enforcement under Trump-era policies, targeting undocumented crossings. Many detainees faced months in holding centers before the unprecedented military-led repatriation to Amritsar. Officials warn of stricter measures amid rising migration attempts from India.

Source: The Indian Express