Centre Informs Supreme Court on Death of 10 Indians in Russia-Ukraine War
The Centre informed the Supreme Court that 10 Indians died in Russia-Ukraine war after travelling to Russia. The Court heard the matter in a writ petition filed by the families of 26 Indian citizens who had travelled to Russia for job opportunities.
According to the petitioners, agents promised the individuals legitimate jobs and valid employment opportunities. However, their families later alleged that the agents misled them and sent them into the conflict zone. The plea also stated that the agents confiscated some passports after arrival.
Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati told the bench that out of the 26 persons named in the petition, 10 Indians died in Russia-Ukraine war. She further stated that many individuals had entered into voluntary contracts with Russian entities. At the same time, she informed the Court that some cases involved fraudulent recruitment agents.
“The matter needs to be tactfully handled.”
The Chief Justice made this observation during the hearing. Meanwhile, the Centre told the Court that the Ministry of External Affairs remains in regular contact with the affected families. It also continues to follow a multi-pronged strategy to address the issue.
Further, the Centre informed the bench that authorities have already arrested one agent for misleading individuals with false job promises. However, the petitioners argued that several representations sent to the authorities did not receive an adequate response.
Finally, the Supreme Court directed the Ministry of External Affairs to submit a detailed status report on the steps taken so far. Therefore, the Court will continue to monitor the matter closely.
The matter has drawn significant attention as families continue to seek clarity on the status of their relatives. The Court’s directions now place greater responsibility on the Centre to provide timely updates and concrete action.
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The Centre informed the Supreme Court that 10 Indian nationals have died while fighting in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
The Supreme Court was hearing a petition filed by the families of 26 Indian citizens who alleged that their relatives were sent to Russia on false promises of jobs and were later forced into the war zone.
