Bibi Harjit Kaur
Bibi Harjit Kaur is a 73-year-old Sikh grandmother who was recently deported to India after being detained by immigration authorities in California. Her case drew significant attention and criticism due to the harsh conditions she faced during her detention, including being transported in handcuffs and not being allowed to say goodbye to her family or attorney. Attorney Deepak Ahluwalia highlighted that Kaur had been cooperating with immigration officials for over a decade while waiting for her travel documents, and her treatment has sparked outrage within the community, with many viewing it as a violation of human rights.
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Bibi Harjit Kaur, the 73-year-old Sikh woman, was detained on September 8 on the accusation that she was living in California illegally and was finally deported to India.
Harrowing 48 hours, transported to Georgia in handcuffs: Sikh grandmother Bibi Harjit Kaur deported to India; family, attorney not informed
India· 2025-09-25