Four Indian medical students tragically drowned in a river near St Petersburg, Russia, prompting Indian missions in the country to coordinate with local authorities for repatriating their bodies to their families. The students, two boys and two girls aged between 18 and 20, were studying at Novgorod State University in Veliky Novgorod city.
According to local media reports, the incident occurred when a female Indian student ventured into the river Volkhov from a beach and encountered difficulty. Her four companions, in an attempt to rescue her, also got into trouble and tragically drowned. A third boy was fortunately rescued by local residents.
"We are working to send the bodies to the relatives as soon as possible. Proper treatment is also being provided to the student whose life has been saved," the Embassy of India in Moscow stated.
The Consulate General of India in St Petersburg confirmed that the students were pursuing medical education at Veliky Novgorod State University. "Sincere condolences to the bereaved families," the consulate posted on social media.
The consulate added that it is collaborating with local authorities in Veliky Novgorod to expedite the repatriation of the mortal remains to the students' relatives. "The bereaved families have been contacted and assured of all possible help," it assured.
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