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Regarding deportations, the MEA reported that 48 Indian students were deported from the US over the past three years, primarily due to visa violations, although the specific reasons are not always disclosed by U.S. authorities
In the past five years, 633 Indian students have lost their lives abroad across 41 countries, as reported by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The highest number of these deaths, 172, occurred in Canada, followed by the USA with 108 deaths. Other countries with significant numbers include the UK (58 deaths), Australia (57), Russia (37), and Germany (24).
The causes of these deaths varied, encompassing natural causes, accidents, and medical emergencies. In response to a question posed by Kerala MP Kodikunnil Suresh during the ongoing monsoon session of the Lok Sabha, the MEA disclosed these statistics. Concerns about violence were also addressed, with 19 deaths attributed to violent attacks, the majority occurring in Canada (9) and the USA (6).
The MEA emphasized that Indian missions abroad respond promptly to such incidents, collaborating with local authorities to ensure thorough investigations and justice. During emergencies, these missions provide essential support, including food, shelter, and evacuation, as demonstrated in operations like Vande Bharat Mission and Operation Ganga.
Additionally, the MEA provided data on the number of Indian students studying abroad. As of January 1, 2024, approximately 1.33 million Indian students were enrolled in higher education institutions across 101 countries. Canada hosted the highest number of these students (427,000), followed by the USA (337,630), the UK (185,000), and Australia (122,200). This number has seen a significant increase from 750,000 in 2022 to 930,000 in 2023.
Regarding deportations, the MEA reported that 48 Indian students were deported from the US over the past three years, primarily due to visa violations, although the specific reasons are not always disclosed by U.S. authorities.
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