India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday (Apr 15) expressed concern over the rise in the deaths of Indian students overseas.
He said that even though such cases were unconnected, as many of the students were killed due to personal reasons and many died in accidents, they were still a matter of huge concern for the government. Jaishankar on being questioned about the rise in the number of Indian students being targeted in attacks in foreign countries, said, “Obviously, in every case, wherever anything unfortunate has happened to the students, it is of great tragedy for the family, and a big concern for us but…our embassy or consulate has looked at every case and they’re actually unconnected.”
He then said that embassies have been directed to stay in touch with the students and also provide information to them about the cities and the areas that they should avoid traveling to.
He added that there are 11 lakh to 12 lakh Indian students living in various countries. “Student welfare is very important. Like I said, every Indian going out, you have Modi’s guarantee. Student welfare is particularly important for us,” Jaishankar said.
