12 Indian Nationals Killed Serving in Russian Army, 16 Missing in Ukraine Conflict

India's Ministry of External Affairs confirms casualties and calls for the release and repatriation of remaining Indian nationals in Russian military service.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reported that 12 Indian nationals serving in the Russian Army have been killed during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Sixteen Indian nationals remain unaccounted for, with Russia categorizing them as missing, while 96 of the 126 known cases have been discharged and returned to India.
India is actively engaging with Russian authorities to locate the missing individuals and secure the release of the remaining Indian nationals serving in the Russian military.
The MEA highlighted concerns that many Indians were misled into joining the Russian armed forces by unscrupulous recruiters, leading to arrests and investigations by Indian authorities.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has raised the issue of Indian nationals' discharge with Russian President Vladimir Putin, underscoring India's demand for their safe return.