Dr S Jaishankar – Ext. Affairs Minister:
Simply appalled at your tweet!
There are lives at stake; don’t do politics.
Since the fighting started on April 14th, the Embassy of India in Khartoum has been continuously in touch with most Indian Nationals and PIOs in Sudan.
Their details and locations cannot be made public for security reasons. Their movement is constrained by fierce fighting that is ongoing.
Plans regarding them have to take into account a very complicated security scenario. The Embassy is in constant touch with the Ministry in that regard.
It is grossly irresponsible of you to politicize their situation.
No electoral goal justifies endangering Indians abroad.
Siddaramaiah – Former Karnataka CM :
It is reported that 31 people from Karnataka belonging to Hakki Pikki tribe, are stranded in Sudan which is troubled by civil war.
I urge PM Narendra Modi, Home Ministry, Ext, Affaira Ministry and CM BS Bommai to immediately intervene & ensure their safe return.
Hakki Pikkis in Sudan are left stranded without food since the last few days & the govt is yet to initiate action to bring them back.
BJP govt should immediately open diplomatic discussions & reach out to international agencies to ensure the well-being of Hakki Pikkis.
It is also unfortunate to know that we have lost one Indian & 60 others in the ongoing civil war in Sudan. My deepest condolences to their families and pray for the peace in the region.