ThePrint ‘Indian govt shouldn’t get involved in the case of illegal immigrant Harjinder Singh.He’s no victim'
Aug 28, 2025
Vir Sanghvi, a sharp-tongued author and columnist, dives into the controversial case of Harjinder Singh, an illegal immigrant whose reckless actions in the U.S. led to tragedy. He critiques the ‘poor boy’ narrative emerging from Indian communities, arguing it oversimplifies complex issues. Sanghvi emphasizes that this case should be left to the U.S. justice system, distancing the Indian government from unnecessary involvement. He further explores personal responsibility and the broader implications of immigration policies, challenging societal reactions to such cases.
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Imaginary Delhi Truck Crash
- Vir Sanghvi opens with an imaginary Delhi story of an illegal Bangladeshi truck driver causing three deaths after a dangerous U-turn.
- The hypothetical mirrors the real US case to frame public reaction and outrage.
Real Case Parallels Imaginary Example
- Sanghvi maps the imaginary Delhi incident to the real case of Harjinder Singh in the US who failed language and road-sign tests.
- He notes Singh allegedly caused three deaths and was arrested after trying to flee.
Politics Amplify Public Outrage
- Sanghvi highlights that the US is experiencing anti-immigration fervour which magnifies this case's political impact.
- He adds that California politics and opposition to Trump factor into the intensity of reaction.