Nepali families paid millions to send their sons to US. They ended up in jail
Summary
Nepali families in Rukum East and elsewhere have spent millions of rupees sending young men to the United States through irregular routes, only to find them detained in US jails. The costly journeys have left households burdened with heavy debt, legal uncertainty and years of anguish.
Key Points
- Families in Rukum East say agents charged up to Rs10 million to send their sons to the United States through irregular migration routes.
- Two young Nepalis, Sabin and Aashish, ended up in a California jail after lengthy journeys through multiple countries.
- Their parents say they are struggling with debt, legal fees and monthly expenses while waiting for court decisions.
- The story reflects a wider pattern of human trafficking and migration through the “donkey route” to the US.
