India has once again raised its voice against the recruitment of its nationals by the Russian military, demanding the immediate release of all Indian citizens serving in Russian forces following yet another tragic death. Binil Babu, an Indian national from Kerala, was reportedly killed while serving in Ukraine, bringing the total number of Indian casualties in the ongoing conflict to 10. Binil, 31, from Kuttanellur in Thrissur district, is said to have died while fighting alongside Russian forces, although the exact circumstances of his death remain unclear.
In addition, another individual from Kerala, who had been similarly recruited, has sustained injuries and is receiving medical treatment in Moscow. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has strongly condemned the situation, reiterating its demand for the release of all Indian nationals working in support roles—such as cooks and helpers—within the Russian military. This issue has escalated as a point of contention for India, particularly after the deaths of at least nine other Indian nationals involved in the ongoing war in Ukraine.
“We have raised the issue with Russian authorities in Moscow and with the Russian Embassy in New Delhi,” said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. He confirmed that the Indian government is working to facilitate the timely repatriation of the deceased and injured nationals back to India.
The MEA has extended its condolences to the bereaved family and assured that the Indian Embassy in Moscow is providing all necessary assistance to the affected families. Additionally, the Indian government has previously expressed concerns about recruitment agents who have misled citizens into joining the Russian military, leading to several arrests. Efforts are ongoing to secure the release of remaining Indian nationals from their military contracts, with around 20 more individuals still awaiting release.
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