No security reason for students to leave Russia: Indian embassy

NEW DELHI: Following calls by anxious Indian

students

and parents, the Indian embassy in

Moscow

said on Friday there’s no security reason for any student to leave

Russia

. The embassy, however, added that there was certain disruption in banking services and connectivity and that those who were concerned about it “may consider leaving”.

The embassy said it had been receiving messages from Indian students in universities in Russia seeking advice on their continued stay in the country.

“The embassy would like to reassure all students that at present we see no security reasons for them to leave,” it said. The embassy said it is in regular contact with relevant authorities with respect to the safety and security of the Indian nationals.

“Certain disruption of banking services in Russia and direct flight connectivity from Russia to India is, however, taking place. If students have concerns regarding these aspects and would like to travel back to India, they may consider doing so,” it said. Regarding the academic programmes, the embassy said it has been informed by a number of universities that they have already shifted to the online learning mode.

“Students are advised to exercise their discretion in consultation with their universities on the appropriate course of action regarding the continuation of their academic activities without disruption,” it said.