"India accords high priority to safety, well-being of international students": MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) University in Odisha, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Friday expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences.
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He reaffirmed the government's commitment to the safety and well-being of all international students.
«We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of the Nepali student at the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology and convey our heartfelt condolences. The Government of India accords high priority to the safety, security, and well-being of all international students in the country. The MEA has been in constant touch with the Odisha government and KIIT authorities since the matter and this situation came to light,» Jaiswal said while addressing a media briefing in Delhi.
The MEA spokesperson added, «We have also maintained close contact with the Nepalese authorities. We have taken several steps with the Odisha government along with the KIIT institutions. The Odisha government has made several arrests of the accused. Cases have been filed. The government of Odisha has also made a high-level fact-finding committee with which appropriate legal and administrative action will be taken going forward.»
«The Orisha government is also taking steps to facilitate the return of Nepali students and ensure their safety, security and participation in academic
