Under America's immigration policy, strict action continues against illegal immigrants. The Trump administration has sent approximately 300 illegal immigrants to Panama, where they were housed in a hotel. The process of repatriating these immigrants to their home countries has now begun.
New Delhi: US President Donald Trump, in another major decision, has ordered the dismissal of nearly 2,000 employees from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). Additionally, thousands of employees have been placed on indefinite leave. This move is purportedly part of the Trump administration's efforts to cut government spending and increase administrative efficiency.
Employees on Crucial Missions to Remain Active
According to USAID Deputy Administrator Pete Marro, only those employees involved in crucial missions and special programs have been allowed to continue working. However, no clear information has been provided regarding the exact number of employees falling under this category. The Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, is reportedly planning to completely abolish USAID.
12 Indians Deported from the US Arrive in Delhi
Amidst the USAID layoffs, the US has also compelled Indian immigrants residing illegally within the country to leave. Recently, 12 Indian citizens were brought to New Delhi via a Turkish Airlines flight from Panama. These immigrants were initially housed in a Panamanian hotel, a temporary holding facility for deported immigrants from the US.
The Trump administration is pursuing an aggressive policy against illegal immigrants. The US has so far deported 344 Indian citizens. Many of these deportations involved the use of handcuffs and shackles, leading to criticism of the US.
Three Large Flights Arrive in Amritsar
* February 5: The first group, comprising 104 Indians, arrived in Amritsar.
* February 15: The second group, consisting of 116 Indians, arrived in India.
* February 16: The third flight carried 112 Indian citizens.
Most of the Indians on these flights were from Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. Notably, while the first group was transported in shackles and handcuffs, due to mounting criticism, women and children were exempted from this practice in the second and third groups.
Hundreds of Indians Still Stranded in Panama
Using Panama as a temporary transit point, the US has sent illegal immigrants from several countries there. More than 300 immigrants remain stranded in Panama, with 171 having agreed to return to their home countries. The others are being held in camps, where their further processing will be determined. The US President's decision has drawn worldwide condemnation.
The Trump administration maintains that these decisions are necessary for the security and economic stability of the US, but several human rights organizations have deemed them harsh and inhumane. Meanwhile, the Indian government has initiated discussions with the US regarding the repatriation of illegal Indian immigrants.
