forced military recruitment
Delhi High Court Orders Urgent Action for Return of Indian Student Detained in Ukraine-Russia Conflict
Nov 04, 2025 09:47 am CST
The Delhi High Court has directed the Indian government to take immediate diplomatic steps for the safe return of 22-year-old Sahil Majothi, an Indian student allegedly forced into the Russian Army and subsequently detained by Ukrainian forces. This marks the first known case of an Indian national being held in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, with the court ordering the appointment of a liaison officer and requesting a status report within four weeks.
Indian Student Surrenders to Ukrainian Forces After Forced Recruitment into Russian Military
Oct 08, 2025 08:56 pm CST
A 22-year-old Indian student from Gujarat, Majoti Sahil Mohammed Hussein, surrendered to Ukrainian forces after being coerced into joining the Russian military to avoid imprisonment for a drug-related case. His case highlights the concerning situation of Indians being forced into combat roles in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with the Indian government urging Russia to release and repatriate 27 nationals currently serving in the Russian Army.