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Indian Student Vanshika Saini Found Dead in Ottawa, Police Investigating Cause

The 21-year-old, daughter of a Punjab AAP leader, went missing on April 25; her family alleges foul play as forensic results are awaited.

Vanshika Saini is the daughter of Dera Bassi-based AAP leader Davinder Saini of Saini Mohalla.

Overview

  • Vanshika Saini, an Indian student in Ottawa, was reported missing on April 25 after leaving her residence to view a rental room; her phone was last active at 11:40 PM that night.
  • Her body was discovered near a beach on April 29, and the Ottawa Police Service is investigating the circumstances of her death, with postmortem results pending.
  • The Indian High Commission in Canada has confirmed her death and is working with local authorities and community groups to support her family and ensure a thorough investigation.
  • Her father, Davinder Saini, a Punjab-based AAP leader, suspects that his daughter was murdered due to jealousy and has called for a transparent inquiry.
  • The case has raised broader concerns about the safety of Indian students in Canada, with diaspora groups emphasizing the need for vigilance and community support.