MEA Issues Advisory for Indians Travelling to Russia, Warns Against Joining Russian Armed Forces
The ministry said recruits have been lured by temporary monetary benefits and warned that such actions expose Indian nationals to mortal danger.
- On Wednesday, the MEA issued a fresh travel advisory for Russia, warning that Indian nationals continue to be recruited into the Russian armed forces fighting in Ukraine.
- Over the past two years, the Government has repeatedly underlined the risks inherent in this course of action, cautioning citizens against unverified job offers while pursuing opportunities abroad.
- Individuals are seeking these roles for "concomitant monetary benefits," with some surrendering Indian citizenship to obtain Russian passports and join the military without consulting authorities, the MEA reported.
- Warning that this "dangerous path" exposes individuals to "mortal dangers," the Government advised citizens to exercise due diligence before accepting offers from unregistered agents.
- India reiterated its call on Tuesday for a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, remaining in touch with both sides and ready to contribute to diplomatic efforts.
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'Dangerous path': India warns citizens against joining Russian military
The Ministry of External Affairs has issued a strong advisory warning Indian nationals against joining the Russian armed forces, citing significant mortal dangers. The MEA noted instances of individuals seeking recruitment for monetary benefits, with some even renouncing Indian citizenship. The government is actively engaged with Russia to ensure the safety and early discharge of Indians already serving, having secured the release of 139 nationa…
MEA Cautions Indians Against Joining Russian Armed Forces, Warns of Risks and Dangers
Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. The advisory came amid continued reports of Indian nationals being recruited into the Russian armed forces. The MEA said the government has repeatedly highlighted the risks and dangers associated with such actions over the past two years. World News | MEA Cautions Indians Against Joining Russian Armed Forces, Warns of Risks and Dangers.
Avoid ‘dangerous path’ of travelling to Russia to join army: MEA
Despite government warnings and efforts to release dozens of Indian recruits from contracts, Indians continue to travel to Russia and join the conflict, lured by job offers, hopes of migration, and misled by recruiters
Dangerous path: Govt strongly discourages Indians seeking recruitment in Russian military - The Tribune
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued an advisory on Wednesday for Indians travelling to Russia, cautioning them against seeking recruitment in the Russian armed forces, and advised that individuals should consider the gravity of such actions and understand the mortal dangers they are exposing themselves to. In its advisory, the MEA also said it […]
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