Overview
- MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said New Delhi has raised the issue with Russian authorities and is coordinating with families for the quickest possible return.
- India reiterated a public advisory urging citizens to reject offers to serve with Russian units, calling such engagements extremely dangerous.
- Russia’s ambassador previously claimed recruitment of Indians stopped in March 2025, a position at odds with reports of recent enlistments and the MEA’s updated count.
- Reported official figures across coverage indicate 12 Indians have died in combat, 96 were discharged, and 16 are missing since recruitment began in late 2023.
- India has requested consular access for Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein, verified as Indian after surrendering to Ukrainian forces, with any return likely dependent on prisoner‑exchange arrangements.