US Dream Ends in Despair: 54 Indians Deported, Many Lose Life Savings on 'Donkey Route'

This special report focuses on the deportation of 54 Indian nationals from the United States, 50 of whom are from Haryana, after they allegedly entered the country illegally. One of the deported men shared a stark warning, stating, ‘My message is that no one should adopt this way.’ The programme examines the dangerous 'donkey route' used by these migrants, a treacherous journey organised by dubious travel agents that often costs families their life savings, with some individuals spending upwards of ₹35 lakh. The story also features analysis from India Today's Kamaljit Sandhu and a firm response from former Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, who advised youth to pursue legal channels for migration and stated the government cannot assist those who break the law of another nation.