In response to latest distressing occasions involving the lack of Indian college students’ lives in the USA, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti on Friday conveyed Washington’s agency dedication to making sure the protection of Indian college students pursuing training within the US. Notably, 5 deaths of Indian college students within the US have been reported this 12 months, with two being Indian nationals and the remaining three of Indian origin.
Expressing condolences for the unlucky incidents, Ambassador Garcetti said to information company ANI, “Our coronary heart at all times is touched when any tragedy happens, whether or not it’s a life taken by anyone or any violence – regardless of who they’re. We’re very dedicated to creating positive that Indians know that the USA is a superb place to check and to be protected.”
#WATCH | On deaths of Indian college students within the US, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti says, “Our coronary heart at all times is touched when any tragedy, whether or not it’s a life taken by anyone or any violence – regardless of who they’re. We’re very dedicated to creating positive that Indians know that… pic.twitter.com/9EgkXhRAcF
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Highlighting the substantial variety of Indian college students learning within the US, Ambassador Garcetti emphasised the shared accountability of each nations in addressing such incidents. “Now we have extra Indians learning within the US than any nation on this planet. Over 2,000 visas have been granted simply final 12 months alone,” he reiterated, as quoted by ANI.
“We all know tragedies will occur, it’s our accountability to ensure that we work along with the Indian authorities and that folks know what they will do. Our hearts exit to the households in any of those tragedies,” Garcetti remarked stressing the necessity for collaboration between the US and Indian governments to make sure the protection and well-being of scholars.
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‘No Foul Play’: MEA On Deaths Of Indian College students
In mild of the latest occasions, the Ministry of Exterior Affairs (MEA) in India additionally addressed the problem, asserting that there was “no foul play or interconnectedness” within the reported incidents. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal clarified, “There are 5 Indian college students who’ve died that additionally consists of college students from the diaspora. These 5 deaths… Of those 5 deaths, two individuals are Indian nationals and the remainder three are of Indian origin. They’re US nationals.”
Relating to particular instances, Jaiswal talked about the brutal killing of Vivek Saini in Lithonia, Georgia, stating, “The wrongdoer has been arrested and the native authorities are investigating the matter and taking it ahead.” He additionally addressed one other case on the College of Cincinnati, indicating no foul play based mostly on preliminary studies.
Acknowledging issues raised after an assault on a Hyderabad resident, Mazir Ali, in Chicago, Jaiswal assured that the Indian consulate in Chicago is in shut contact with him and his household, offering crucial assist. “We try to see how finest to assist him with medical support. Additionally to make sure his wellbeing,” Jaiswal added.
Whereas investigations into these incidents proceed, the MEA emphasised its dedication to aiding Indian nationals overseas and coordinating with native authorities. “You’ll come to know extra, when the time comes, however my request to you is that it’s essential to see that there isn’t a interconnectedness on this, they don’t seem to be associated,” the MEA spokesperson reiterated.