SC seeks Centre's response over plea filed by families of 26 Indians sent to fight in Russia
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What Happened
The Supreme Court requested responses from India's central government, Ministry of External Affairs, and Russian ambassador regarding 26 Indian citizens allegedly sent to Russia under false employment pretenses to fight the Ukraine conflict. Families seek urgent diplomatic action to locate detainees, verify safety, and arrange repatriation. Government data shows 202 Indians recruited into Russian forces; 119 discharged, 26 dead, seven missing, 50 pending discharge.
Key Entities
Supreme Court of IndiaMinistry of External Affairs26 Indian citizensRussia-Ukraine conflictRajya SabhaVladimir Putin