A disturbing video from Newark Airport shows an Indian student being handcuffed, pinned to the ground, and crying before being deported—a clip that has triggered widespread outrage. The incident has prompted calls for clearer deportation protocols, accountability from U.S. authorities, and prompt action by the Indian government.
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A shocking video from Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey shows an Indian student in handcuffs, pinned to the ground, and visibly distressed before being deported—sparking massive public backlash and concern.
The Incident
Uploaded by entrepreneur Kunal Jain on X (formerly Twitter), the footage captures the student sobbing as Port Authority Police officers restrain him. Jain commented:
“He came chasing dreams, not causing harm… treated like a criminal. This is a human tragedy.”
Though the exact reason remains unclear, observers suggest it may involve miscommunication about the student’s purpose for visiting the U.S. at the immigration checkpoint—a situation that appears to be increasingly common. Jain noted there have been “3–4 such incidents occurring daily.”
Public and Diplomatic Reaction
The harrowing footage has galvanized outrage on social media and within the Indian diaspora. Calls are growing for the Indian Embassy in Washington, D.C. to demand transparency and ensure respectful treatment of Indian nationals abroad.
Student advocacy groups are urging U.S. immigration authorities to adopt more humane and clear deportation protocols, warning that international students should not be subjected to such treatment without due justification.
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Wider Implications
Immigration experts point to systemic issues. Reports from non-official sources indicate Port Authority officers at U.S. airports sometimes lack consistent procedures for handling detainees—especially when visa holders fail to appropriately explain their travel purpose.
With potentially hundreds of cases annually, legal professionals say this incident underscores the need for clearer guidance to prevent trauma and public relations fallout for both governments.
What Comes Next
India is expected to officially request clarification from U.S. authorities and press for a full investigation. The student’s identity remains undisclosed, but he is said to be a university attendee whose deportation stemmed from visa-related confusion.
Lawmakers and student rights advocates are petitioning for reforms to immigration interview standards, consistent training for airport law enforcement, and diplomatic protocols that safeguard foreign students.
