Ahmedabad, February 6 A total of 33 Indian nationals from Gujarat, who were deported from the United States, arrived in Ahmedabad today. The individuals, hailing from different districts of North, Central, and South Gujarat, landed at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport via an IndiGo flight from Amritsar early in the morning.
Strict Security Measures at Ahmedabad Airport
The deported individuals were escorted under heavy security, with their faces covered, before being moved out of the airport premises. Authorities ensured that each person was sent home in separate vehicles, accompanied by local law enforcement officials from their respective districts.
According to Ahmedabad H-Division SP R.D. Ojha, the 33 deportees arrived from Amritsar and were immediately handed over to their district police teams. No immediate questioning took place at the airport. However, local Law & Crime Branch (LCB) officials in their home districts will conduct further investigations.
Immigration and Intelligence Bureau Interrogation
Upon arrival, the individuals were stopped near the domestic lounge, where officers from the Intelligence Bureau (IB) conducted a preliminary inquiry. The passports and mobile numbers of all deported individuals were verified by local law enforcement agencies before they were allowed to proceed to their respective destinations.
Who Are These Deported Individuals?
The 33 deported individuals come from various parts of Gujarat, with the highest numbers from Mehsana, Gandhinagar, and Patan. Below is a list of individuals who returned to Ahmedabad:
- Jayendrasinh Vihol Mehsana
- Hiralben Vihol Mehsana
- Satwantsinh Rajput Patan
- Ketulkumar Mehsana
- Preksha Gandhinagar
- Jignesh Kumar Gandhinagar
- Ruchi Gandhinagar
- Pintukumar Ahmedabad
- Khushbuben Vadodara
- Smit Gandhinagar
- Shivani Anand
- Jeevanji Gandhinagar
- Nikitaben Mehsana
- Ayesha Bharuch
- Jayeshbhai Ahmedabad
- Binaben Banaskantha
- Aniben Patan
- Ketulkumar Patan
- Mantra Patan
- Kiranben Mehsana
- Nayara Gandhinagar
- Rishitaben Gandhinagar
- Karansinh Gandhinagar
- Mitalben Gandhinagar
- Heyanshsinh Mehsana
- Dhruv Giri Gandhinagar
- Hemal Mehsana
- Hardik Giri Mehsana
- Himaniben Gandhinagar
- Angel Gandhinagar
- Arunaben Mehsana
- Mahi Gandhinagar
- Jignesh Kumar Gandhinagar
Possible Reasons for Deportation
Though specific reasons for their deportation have not been officially confirmed, common causes for deportation from the United States include:
- Illegal entry or overstaying visas.
- Violation of U.S. immigration laws.
- Attempting to seek asylum fraudulently.
- Involvement in unauthorized employment.
This deportation highlights the increasing scrutiny of U.S. immigration authorities towards undocumented Indian migrants.
Government and Legal Implications
Indian authorities have taken note of the growing trend of illegal immigration, particularly from Gujarat. Law enforcement agencies are expected to investigate human trafficking networks responsible for facilitating unauthorized migration to the U.S.
What’s Next for These Deportees?
Each individual will be questioned by local police to assess their immigration status and how they entered the United States. The Government of India has been working closely with international authorities to curb illegal immigration and prevent such cases in the future.
33 Indian Citizens Deported from the U.S. Arrive in Ahmedabad
