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Last Updated:February 21, 2025, 16:42 IST
MEA said it is verifying whether the individuals involved are Indian citizens, following reports of Indian nationals allegedly being deported to Panama from the US
Notably, after the first batch of illegal Indian immigrants were deported from the US on February 5. (PTI photo photo)
India on Friday said that no women or children were restrained on flights that landed on February 15 and 16, after the central government raised concerns with the US over the deportation process.
Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal made these comments during a weekly briefing.
The Ministry of External Affairs also stated that it is verifying whether the individuals involved are Indian citizens, following reports of Indian nationals allegedly being deported to Panama from the US.
“In case of Panama, we are verifying the details whether the individuals concerned are the Indian nationals or not. Once that verification details are complete, then arrangements will be made for them," Jaiswal stated.
Location : First Published:February 21, 2025, 16:42 IST
News india No Women Or Children Restrained In Flights After Issue Flagged With US: India On Deportation Row
