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The Plight of Indian Families Caught in the Crossfire of the Russo-Ukrainian War

Published July 10, 2024

Nearly 50 Indian families find themselves entangled in a web of false promises and deception after men from their households were lured into combat roles in Russia, amidst the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. The narrative centers on Ambika Tamang from Kalimpong, India, whose skepticism towards her husband Urgen Tamang's decision to seek employment in wartime Russia, now echoes as a chilling premonition of a reality many families are facing.

The Lure of Profit in Perilous Times

In search of better economic prospects, these Indian men were promised gainful employment in Russia, only to be swept into the frontlines of the battlefield against Ukraine. The dream of a brighter financial future was soon overshadowed by the grim truth of their involvement in the conflict, posing a serious moral and safety dilemma for them and their families back home.

A Cry for Help

As the situation unravels, the affected families, hailing from various parts of India, are now turning their hopes towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government for intervention and safe repatriation of their loved ones. The desperation of these families reflects the broader implications of the war's reach, extending far beyond the immediate geopolitical arena, ensnaring unsuspecting individuals in its wake.

India, Russia, Conflict