Archive · 27 Oct 2025
US Deports 54 Haryana Residents via 'Donkey Route'
The US sent back 54 people from Haryana who tried to enter the country illegally, using a risky method called the 'donkey route.'
Most of them were between 25 and 40 years old.
They arrived at the Delhi airport and were taken back to their families by the Karnal Police.
The US has been making it harder for people to immigrate.
This has led to the government using military aircraft to send people back to their home countries.
Some Indian leaders have spoken out about deportees being shackled on planes.
54 individuals from Haryana were deported from the US.
The deportees allegedly entered the US via the 'donkey route'.
Most deportees were between the ages of 25 and 40.
The deportees arrived at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Karnal Police handed them over to their families.
- Who
- 54 persons from Haryana
- What
- Deportation from the US
- When
- Reported on Monday, deportation occurred Sunday
- Where
- Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi
- Why
- Allegedly entered the US illegally via the 'donkey route'
Migrants' Perspective
US Government Perspective
Motivation for Migration
Migrants' Perspective
Seeking a better life and opportunities.
US Government Perspective
Enforcing immigration laws and border control.
Treatment During Deportation
Migrants' Perspective
Possible mistreatment and harsh conditions.
US Government Perspective
Following standard deportation procedures.
- Number of Deportees
- 54
- Origin of Deportees
- Haryana
- Alleged Entry Route
- 'Donkey route'
- Age Range
- 25-40
Sources
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