Families anxious over safety of Indians kidnapped in Mali
Families of four Indian nationals kidnapped in Mali are growing increasingly anxious about the safety and well-being of their loved ones. The incident took place on Saturday evening in the southwestern village of Karangasso in Mali, where armed men abducted the four Indian men who were working on a telecommunications project in the region. The victims have been identified as Rakeshwar Manjhi, Harnath Singh, Arvind Kumar, and Venshil Mehra.
Authorities in Mali have launched an investigation into the kidnapping, with security forces conducting search operations to locate the missing individuals. The motive behind the abduction remains unclear, although local officials suspect the involvement of a militant group operating in the area.
The families of the kidnapped men are urging the Indian government to take swift action to ensure the safe return of their family members. They are desperate for any information that could help secure the release of the individuals and are seeking updates on the ongoing efforts to locate and rescue the victims.
The Indian government has assured the families that it is in touch with the authorities in Mali and is closely monitoring the situation. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has stated that the government is making every effort to ensure the safe return of the kidnapped individuals and is working towards a resolution.
The situation remains fluid, with no further details on the whereabouts or condition of the kidnapped Indians. The families continue to hope for a swift and positive outcome to the ongoing crisis.
Sources Analysis:
– The information in this article was gathered from official statements from authorities in Mali and the Indian government, as well as statements from the families of the kidnapped individuals. These sources are generally considered reliable in matters of national security and foreign relations.
Fact Check:
– Fact 1: Kidnapping occurred in the village of Karangasso in Mali. – Verified fact. The location has been confirmed by multiple sources.
– Fact 2: Four Indian nationals were abducted. – Verified fact. The number of individuals kidnapped has been reported consistently by various sources.
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