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Prashanthi, in her recent interview with NewIndiaabroad.com, highlights a concerning trend: Indian US students face increasing challenges with visa revocations and terminations of their Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) records. This means they are not only losing their legal status but also facing the grave possibility of deportation.
What’s Happening?
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Unexpected Impact:
Hundreds of students across the US have been unexpectedly affected, receiving sudden notices of visa revocation and SEVIS termination.
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Reasons for Revocation:
The reasons cited are broad, ranging from minor traffic violations and past incidents to alleged online activity. In some cases, students report no criminal record or violations.
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Legal Battles:
Many students are fighting back, with some filing lawsuits against the Department of Homeland Security, alleging a lack of due process and unjust treatment, which calls for our empathy.
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Expert Opinions:
Prashanthi also highlights the devastating impact on students who have invested heavily in their education and are now facing an uncertain future. They also point out that even when students are acquitted of charges, their visas are still being revoked.
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Call for Caution:
Prashanthi advises students to be extremely careful about their online and offline conduct, as even minor infractions could lead to severe immigration consequences.
This is a developing situation, and the long-term impact on Indian students in the US remains to be seen. We encourage you to share this information and support advocacy efforts to raise awareness and prompt discussions on the legal and social implications.
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