The US military plane transporting 104 Indians deported as part of President Donald Trump’s campaign against illegal immigrants has landed in Amritsar.

Introduction

The deportation of Indians is a serious issue. It impacts families and the nation. We must understand why Indians are compelled to leave and how we can better support them.

• National Concern: Deportation of Indians is a matter of national concern. Images of Indians in handcuffs are disturbing. It shows a national failure.
• Need for Action: It’s not only a personal tragedy but a national failure to ask why people are forced to leave India.
• Foreign Policy and Diaspora: India’s foreign policy often overlooks support for distressed Indians abroad. Real diplomacy goes beyond photo opportunities. Consular services should provide legal aid to Indians facing deportation. We need to provide comprehensive assistance.

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Why Do Indians Migrate?

• Unemployment: Lack of job opportunities in India forces people to migrate. People often seek better prospects elsewhere.
• Low Wages: Low wages and poor job security worsen the situation. Rural distress also contributes to migration.
• Survival: Migration is often a matter of survival, not a choice. It is driven by economic necessity.

Issues with Deportation

• Inhumane Treatment: Deportees are often treated inhumanely in foreign countries. They face terrible conditions abroad.
• No Legal Aid: India often fails to provide legal or financial assistance. This leaves deportees helpless.
• Loss of Assets: Many deportees lose assets like bank accounts. Pregnant women and children are at risk.

Government’s Role

• Protect Citizens: India must actively protect its citizens abroad. The government needs to intervene.
• Transparency: We need transparency in deportation numbers. The public has a right to know.
• Rehabilitation: Rehabilitation policies must be in place for deportees. They need support upon return.

Addressing Economic Inequality

• Skill Development: Promote skill development to increase employability. We need to empower our citizens.
• Support MSMEs: Support MSMEs to create more job opportunities. These small businesses are vital.
• Decentralize Jobs: Decentralize job opportunities to reduce migration. Growth should reach all areas.

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Conclusion

A comprehensive and proactive approach is needed to protect India’s citizens abroad while creating better opportunities at home, ensuring migration is a choice and not a necessity.

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