A U.S. military aircraft carrying approximately 100 undocumented Indian nationals landed in Amritsar, India, on Wednesday morning. This flight is part of a series of deportation operations following an executive order by President Donald Trump that involves the military in immigration enforcement.
- U.S. military aircraft deported undocumented Indian nationals.
- Approximately 100 immigrants were on board.
- India opposes illegal migration, supports cooperation.
- Punjab minister urges Modi to assist deportees.
- Trump emphasizes productive call with Modi.
- Military flights face international landing issues.
The recent deportation flight marks a continuation of efforts by the U.S. government to repatriate undocumented immigrants. The C-17 aircraft is typically utilized for transporting troops and supplies but has now been employed for these deportation missions as part of a broader strategy initiated by President Trump last month.
According to reports from defense officials, this particular flight carried an estimated 100 individuals who had entered the united states without documentation. Following their arrival in Amritsar, local authorities confirmed that the returnees appeared healthy despite their long journey.
- Date of landing: February 5
- Location: Amritsar, Punjab, India
- Aircraft type: C-17
- Estimated number of deported individuals: 100
The Embassy of India did not provide specific details about this deportation but reiterated India’s commitment to combat illegal migration. Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs, stated that India remains opposed to illegal migration and will work closely with the U.S. on this issue.
This flight follows previous statements from Trump regarding productive discussions with Prime Minister Modi about addressing undocumented immigration issues effectively. As deportations continue under this new policy framework, both nations are expected to maintain dialogue on managing such situations in the future.
This operation reflects ongoing changes within U.S. immigration policy and highlights international cooperation efforts aimed at managing undocumented immigration effectively while ensuring compliance with each country’s laws.
