Over 1,000 Indians Deported from U.S. in 2025, MEA Confirms

The Indian government has confirmed that 1,080 Indian nationals have been deported from the United States since January 2025. Of these, approximately 62% returned via commercial flights, according to figures released during the Ministry of External Affairs weekly briefing.

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MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized that each case undergoes verification before repatriation. “We verify the nationality of individuals and only then facilitate their return,” he said.

India maintains close coordination with U.S. authorities on immigration and deportation matters, especially for individuals who entered or stayed in the country illegally. 

The government reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the rights and welfare of Indian nationals abroad while adhering to international protocols.