<h1>Congress Seeks Clarity on Minister's Response to US Handcuffing of Deported Indians, Government Cites 2012 Procedures</h1> Congress leader questioned the government about whether the External Affairs Minister addressed the handcuffing of Indians deported from the US during a meeting with the US Secretary of State. The inquiry came amid criticism of the Ministry of External Affairs for its handling of the deportation of 104 Indians. The government responded, noting that the deportation procedures, including the use of restraints, have been in place since 2012. The opposition's concerns were countered by emphasizing that deportation practices are longstanding and not politically motivated. The government assured engagement with the US to prevent mistreatment of deportees.