Indians Deported from the United States
The United States government has deported 54 Indian citizens who entered the country illegally using the Dunki Route. These individuals were sent back amid strict immigration policies under the Donald Trump administration. After arriving at Delhi’s international airport, they were handed over to their families by the authorities.
Most of the deportees are from Haryana. The police explained that they had entered the U.S. through the Dunki Route from Karnal, Kaithal, Ambala, Yamunanagar, Kurukshetra, Jind, and Sonipat districts. No complaint has been filed yet with the agents who organized their immigration. The police have requested people not to attempt illegal immigration, as it leads to serious problems and legal issues.
Knowledge of the 'Dunki Route'
Dunki Route refers to illegal pathways used to enter foreign countries. It is based on a Punjabi word that literally translates to "to move from one place to another without any specific purpose." The users of this path typically employ counterfeit documents to travel through international borders in secret, sometimes concealing themselves in containers or vehicles.
The agents organize these illegal journeys and demand exorbitant fees. They usually leave the travelers in danger as they attempt to cross international borders illegally.
How the Dunki Route Works
This is usually followed by obtaining a Schengen tourist visa in the European Union, which allows 26 European countries to be visited. Then, tourists turn to the services of advisors or agents to migrate illegally into nations such as the United Kingdom or the United States with fake documents or hidden means of transportation.
The Dunki Route is also common in other countries besides the U.S., among individuals attempting to immigrate into other countries like Canada or the U.K. illegally.
Police Advisory
The government emphasizes that illegal immigration is risky and punishable by law. They advise individuals to go abroad or reside abroad legally in an attempt to avoid financial loss, arrest, or deportation.
