*Report 2: Hypocrisy in Indian Illegal Immigration: A Critical Examination* Illegal immigration from India to the U.S. has seen a sharp rise, particularly from states like Punjab, Haryana, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka. Many individuals from these regions sell their land and pay exorbitant amounts in black money—sometimes up to ₹50 lakh or more—to illegally enter the U.S. in pursuit of better opportunities. However, this phenomenon exposes a deep-rooted hypocrisy in how migration is perceived within India itself, particularly in contrast to the treatment of Bihar and Biharis. *The Selective Morality of Migration* While illegal immigrants from these states exploit opportunities in the U.S., they are often the same individuals who look down upon internal migration within India. States like Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu have, at times, seen hostility towards Bihari laborers who contribute to their economies through hard work. Despite this, many from these same regions willingly become “intruders” in the U.S., disregarding laws and exploiting foreign resources while refusing to acknowledge the contribution of domestic migrants in their own homeland. This raises an important question: If individuals from these states can invest crores in illegal immigration, why can’t they invest the same amount in India to create jobs and economic opportunities? Their actions contradict their claims of patriotism, as they abandon their own country for economic gain while criticizing Bihari migrants who seek honest work within India. *Economic Paradox: Selling Land to Become an ‘Intruder’* The irony deepens when considering that many illegal immigrants from these regions come from affluent backgrounds, yet they refuse to develop their home states. Instead, they pay human smuggling networks hefty sums, bypass legal channels, and settle abroad, contributing to economic drain rather than domestic development. Moreover, while these illegal immigrants expect foreign nations to accommodate them, they show no willingness to offer the same hospitality to migrants within India. This dual standard is evident in the hostility displayed towards Bihari workers in Mumbai, Tamil Nadu, and other states. The same people who insist on national unity suddenly adopt regionalist and exclusionary attitudes when internal migrants come to their states. *The Role of Media and Misplaced Sympathy* Indian media, particularly sections with a liberal or sensationalist bent, often portrays deportations of illegal immigrants as human rights violations. However, they fail to address the larger issue: the unlawful entry and economic encroachment these individuals impose on other nations. If illegal immigrants are removed from the U.S., it is not an act of injustice—it is simply the enforcement of immigration laws, the same way India would deal with illegal foreign nationals residing within its borders. Yet, these same media outlets remain silent when Bihari workers are mistreated in their own country. Instead, they amplify narratives that favor those who violate immigration laws abroad while ignoring the contributions of lawful, hardworking citizens within India. This bias further perpetuates an unbalanced discourse, where law-abiding internal migrants are vilified while law-breaking international migrants are defended. *A Call for Accountability and Real Nationalism* True nationalism does not mean defending individuals who break international laws but rather ensuring that India's resources and opportunities are utilized effectively within the country. Instead of glorifying illegal immigration, efforts should focus on strengthening economic opportunities at home so that no Indian feels the need to risk their future through unlawful means. Furthermore, if states like Punjab, Haryana, and Maharashtra are concerned about economic migration, they must first examine their own contributions to illegal immigration before pointing fingers at Bihari workers. A consistent standard is needed—one that values legal, ethical migration over hypocrisy and opportunism. In conclusion, India must support the deportation of illegal immigrants who exploit foreign economies while failing to uplift their own nation. The real issue is not just migration but the hypocrisy of those who demand acceptance abroad while refusing to offer the same to their fellow Indians at home. *References:* (Include credible sources and official reports to support the data.) "https://www.newslaundry.com/2023/03/21/when-abuse-is-everyday-why-bihari-migrants-have-learned-to-live-with-rumours-and-half-truths?utm_source=chatgpt.com" "https://www.reddit.com/r/bihar/comments/197e173/bihari_people_are_the_most_targeted_group_in/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" "https://www.reddit.com/r/bihar/comments/197e173/bihari_people_are_the_most_targeted_group_in/" "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2008_attacks_on_Uttar_Pradeshi_and_Bihari_migrants_in_Maharashtra"