The Indians in Ukraine must have been repatriated before the war began. However, the rescue operation started only a few days ago and only a few hundred Indians were rescued. Indians living in Ukraine do not receive any assistance from the Indian Embassy there.
Ukraine, First Published Feb 25, 2022, 5:41 AM IST
Anbumani Ramadoss has urged the federal government to take immediate action to rescue Indians stranded in Ukraine.
Russia has launched a war on Ukraine, despite opposition from around the world. In this, Russian forces have captured major cities in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Indian students are stranded in Ukraine amid a series of bombings. They have taken refuge in bunkers and metro stations to save their lives from the attack. They are also posting a video about their current situation.
Meanwhile, during talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Prime Minister Modi was asked to help ensure the safety of Indians staying in Ukraine. According to reports, Putin has promised to take action. In this context, Anbumani said that Indians living in Ukraine did not receive any assistance from the Indian Embassy there.
Anbumani Ramadas, the leader of the Pamaka youth group, tweeted that Indian students, including those from Tamil Nadu, were stranded in various places as Russia was waging war on Ukraine.
As Russian planes continue to bombard Indian students, they have taken refuge in railway stations without safety.
The Indians in Ukraine must have been repatriated before the war began. However, the rescue operation started only a few days ago and only a few hundred Indians were rescued. Indians living in Ukraine do not receive any assistance from the Indian Embassy there.
The security of Indians in Ukraine must be ensured. The assistance they need should be provided through the embassy. Anbumani Ramadoss said the central government should expedite the search for alternatives and take immediate action to rescue Indians stranded in Ukraine.
Last Updated Feb 25, 2022, 5:41 AM IST