Over 3000 Indians deported from the US in 2025: what this means for the community and future policies

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More than 3,155 Indian nationals have been deported from the United States in 2025, as reported by the Indian government to Parliament. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh stated that deportations occur only after confirming an individual’s Indian nationality. He noted that the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) does not track trafficking cases or the methods used for illegal entry into foreign countries, and that most nations do not provide detailed data on deported Indian citizens.

The number of deportations from the US has significantly increased over the past three years, with 3,155 deported in 2025 (up to November 21), compared to 1,368 in 2024 and 617 in 2023. Singh explained that deportations are typically due to illegal entry, visa overstays, lack of valid documentation, or criminal convictions. The Indian government collaborates closely with US authorities on these matters.

Additionally, as of October 31, 2025, there are 316 Indian nationals imprisoned in Kuwait, according to local authorities. The MEA also shared statistics on Indian Hajj pilgrims, with 139,964 pilgrims traveling in 2024 and 139,429 in 2023.

To enhance its global presence, India has opened a new mission in Quito, Ecuador, along with four new consulates in Boston and Los Angeles in the United States, and in Kazan and Yekaterinburg in Russia. Singh emphasized that the government establishes missions based on strategic priorities, trade potential, diaspora presence, and broader diplomatic goals, aiming to foster a favorable environment for India’s growth through international partnerships.