As the US deports illegal Indian immigrants, a larger question has arisen regarding the regulation and control of illegal immigration. The practice of illegal immigration poses a complex question for India as well, with various legal and policy challenges requiring comprehensive reforms. India has long been a destination for many immigrants, primarily from neighbouring South Asian countries, with some also coming from other regions of the world. Given the volume and diversity of immigration patterns, it is imperative to reassess India’s role in global migration, and adopt a more comprehensive and structured immigration policy.