India, Feb. 7 -- Harpreet Singh Laliya, one of the 104 Indians deported from the United States over illegal immigration, has narrated the hardships he had to endure during his 'dunki' journey to the United States. He claimed he returned in ignominy in handcuffs and chains around his legs.

Laliya wanted to go to Canada. However, a mistake by his agent ensured a perilous journey to the United States. He spent Rs.50 lakh for the illegal immigration but has returned empty-handed.

During his months long journey, he undertook grueling treks and even incarceration by the Mexican mafia for 10 days.

"I had gone on a Canada visa. I started my journey from New Delhi on December 5, 2024. I had a connecting flight from Abu Dhabi the next day but wa...