Washington, USA: On February 5, 104 Indian immigrants were deported from the U.S., arriving in Amritsar, Punjab, under shackles, prompting concerns over their treatment. Opposition leader Gaurav Gogoi condemned the inhumane conditions, calling for a parliamentary debate. Lawmakers questioned Prime Minister Modi's government regarding the violation of human rights and dignity of the deportees, highlighting reports of them being handcuffed during the flight.

The deportation, which occurred just days before Trump's scheduled meeting with Modi, has raised further scrutiny, with several deportees being transferred to Ahmedabad for closer access to their hometowns. The incident, which involved the use of a U.S. military aircraft for deportations, has drawn criticism from Indian opposition parties, who demanded a response from India's Foreign Minister Jaishankar.

India has not yet officially commented on the incident, although the Ministry of External Affairs has stated they will accept the deported individuals after verification. The issue highlights ongoing tensions in U.S.-India migration discussions, with India seeking better access for its skilled workers while maintaining strong trade relations with the U.S.