Outrage Erupts Over Indian Student's Treatment at Newark Airport

Disturbing Incident at Newark Airport

A troubling video featuring an Indian student has gone viral, showing him being restrained and handcuffed by American officials at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey. Reports indicate that the student was subdued by at least four officers, with two pressing their knees into his back. His hands and legs were bound, and he was subsequently deported.

Social Media Outcry

The footage was initially posted by Kunal Jain, an Indian-American entrepreneur, on X on June 8. His tweet sparked significant outrage online, as he described witnessing the young student being deported while in tears, treated as if he were a criminal. Jain expressed his heartbreak, stating, "He came chasing dreams, not causing harm. As an NRI, I felt helpless and heartbroken. This is a human tragedy."

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I witnessed a young Indian student being deported from Newark Airport last night— handcuffed, crying, treated like a criminal. He came chasing dreams, not causing harm. As an NRI, I felt helpless and heartbroken. This is a human tragedy. @IndianEmbassyUS #immigrationraids pic.twitter.com/0cINhd0xU1

— Kunal Jain (@SONOFINDIA) June 8, 2025

Response from the Indian Embassy

The following day, the Indian Embassy in New York addressed the situation, stating, "We have come across social media posts claiming that an Indian national is facing difficulties at Newark Liberty International Airport." They assured the public that they were in contact with local authorities and emphasized their commitment to the welfare of Indian nationals.

Witness Account

Kunal Jain, who observed the event, remarked that he had never seen such treatment even towards terrorists. He noted that around 50 bystanders were present, yet no one intervened. Jain explained that the student was somewhat agitated, which led to the authorities restraining him. He attempted to assist by communicating with the police, but they refused his help, claiming they did not understand Hindi. The student was heard crying out, "Mai pagal nahi hu, yeh mujhe pagal bana rahe hai."