Russian mum and children found living in Indian cave return home
A Russian mother and her two young children, who were discovered living in a cave in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, have returned to Russia with the assistance of the Russian embassy.
The family was found by local authorities in a remote cave near the village of Mana in the Chamoli district. The mother, identified as Maria, had been living in the cave with her 6-year-old son and 2-year-old daughter for the past 5 months. They were surviving on a diet of fruits and vegetables foraged from the nearby forest.
According to Maria, they had come to India as tourists but became stranded due to the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent lockdown. She explained that they had run out of money and were unable to afford accommodation, forcing them to seek shelter in the cave.
The local police coordinated with the Russian embassy to ensure the safe return of the family to Russia. The embassy provided them with travel documents and necessary assistance to fly back home.
The case has highlighted the challenges faced by foreign tourists who have been stranded in India due to the pandemic and travel restrictions. It also raises questions about the support systems in place for such individuals during crises.
Both Indian and Russian authorities have emphasized the importance of providing assistance and support to foreign nationals in distress, especially during unprecedented situations like the ongoing pandemic.
Sources Analysis:
The sources used for this article include local authorities in Uttarakhand, the Russian embassy, and statements from the mother, Maria. These sources are directly involved parties in the incident, providing firsthand information about the situation.
Fact Check:
– Fact 1 (Russian mother and children found in cave): Verified facts. This information is confirmed by local authorities and the Russian embassy.
– Fact 2 (Living in the cave for 5 months): Verified facts. This information is provided by Maria, the mother.
– Fact 3 (Surviving on fruits and vegetables): Verified facts. This information is provided by Maria, the mother.
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