India seeks update from Russia on whereabouts of Indians working with Russian military

Fifty-one Indians have died so far while serving on the frontlines of the conflict in Ukraine, according to information shared by authorities in the last few months. File | Photo Credit: PTI

India on Wednesday (October 7, 2026) said it has sought an update from Russian authorities on the whereabouts of 69 Indian nationals who are reportedly working for the Russian Army.

New Delhi has been consistently urging Moscow to release all the Indian nationals serving with the Russian military.

The government's efforts have led to the release of 139 Indian nationals so far, external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at his regular media briefing.