Russia Pledges to Release Misled Indian Nationals

Indian Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra announced that Russia has promised to begin discharging Indian nationals misled into joining its military. During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Russia, he emphasized this issue in discussions with President Vladimir Putin.

Indian Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra announced on Tuesday that Russia has committed to starting the process of discharging Indian nationals who were misled into joining its military forces.

According to Kwatra, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on a two-day official visit to Russia, highlighted this issue strongly during his talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The Russian government has assured the early release of all affected individuals, Kwatra confirmed.

(With inputs from agencies.)