Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:34pm on 07 Dec 2023,Thursday India Global
The Indian government discloses that 403 Indian students have died abroad since 2018 due to various causes, with Canada accounting for the highest at 91 fatalities among 34 nations. Minister V Muraleedharan assures safety as a top priority, stating missions actively monitor student well-being. The data reveals notable numbers in the United Kingdom (48), Russia (40), and the United States (36). In response to the surge in Indian students in Canada, the External Affairs Ministry emphasizes consular support, while spokesperson Arindam Bagchi notes individual incidents are addressed, involving outreach to families and collaboration with local authorities.
