Indian government's consistent efforts have been instrumental in the Canadian Government's decision to halt the deportation of some Indian students in Canada. <br />''<br />''India has been taking up the matter of these Indian students who were threatened with deportation for allegedly submitting fraudulent admission letters to Canadian authorities. Sources said the actual number of students is much less than the 700 being reported in the media. They said most of these students had gone to Canada during 2017-2019 and some of them obtained work permits after completing their studies.<br />''<br />''Sources said External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar took up the matter with his Canadian counterpart. Secretary (East), Saurabh Kumar also raised it during his visit to Canada in April this year. Indian Consulate in Toronto, where most of the students are based, have met many of them.<br />''<br />''Sources added that Canadian authorities were repeatedly urged to be fair and take a humanitarian approach since the students were not at fault. It was also pointed out that there were gaps in the Canadian system and a lack of diligence, owing to which the students were granted visas and also allowed to enter Canada.<br />''<br />''Since then, Canadian parliamentarians across political parties have spoken in support of the students. Immigration Minister Sean Frasier has indicated that Canada is actively pursuing a solution for international students who are facing uncertainty.<br />''<br />''Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has acknowledged the need for fair treatment of students. Some students have recently received stay orders on their deportation notices. Sources said it is welcome that the Canadian Government has adopted a humane approach and taken on board the perspective of the students.<br />