US Deports Indian Migrants to Panama
As part of its intensified crackdown on illegal immigration, the United States has deported several migrants, including Indians, to Panama. These deportees are being temporarily housed in a hotel until they can be repatriated to their countries of origin.
A total of 299 migrants from various countries such as India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Afghanistan, China, and Iran were sent to Panama recently. Some have been moved to a remote facility near the Darien jungle.
The Indian Embassy in Panama confirmed that they have obtained consular access to the group of Indians deported there. “
Local officials confirmed that the Indian deportees reached Panama without incident after being sent from the United States. They are safe and secure at a hotel with all necessary facilities,” stated an embassy message on X.
Situation at the Hotel
The migrants are currently staying at the Decapolis Hotel in downtown Panama City but are not allowed to leave their rooms due to security concerns. The Panamanian government has assured that they are providing medical care and food while arranging for their return home.
However, some deportees have expressed fear about returning home due to safety concerns or persecution fears in their countries. Human rights experts warn against sending migrants back to conflict-ridden areas.
Why Are Deportees Sent to Panama?
Panama agreed with the US government’s request for assistance with deportations as part of managing undocumented immigrants. Once deportees reach Panama or Costa Rica (another transit country), it becomes these nations’ responsibility to arrange further repatriation flights either back home or potentially other third countries willing to accept them.
US laws no longer apply once migrants enter these transit countries. This arrangement helps manage growing deportation numbers while leveraging international cooperation.
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