New Delhi: India on Friday confirmed that 44 of its nationals are currently serving in the Russian Army, some of whom were allegedly forced to prepare for combat amid the ongoing war with Ukraine.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it has raised the issue with Moscow and urged Russian authorities to immediately halt the recruitment of Indian citizens into their military ranks.
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “In the last few months, we have received information about a number of Indian nationals who have been recruited into the Russian Army. As per our understanding, 44 Indian nationals are currently serving in the Russian Army.”
Jaiswal also cautioned Indians against falling prey to fraudulent agents offering employment or military roles in Russia, warning that such offers could endanger their lives. He added that similar advisories had been issued earlier, but many had ignored them.
