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Gujarat resident missing in Russia after joining army since June
✍️ India Today
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 12:32 AM
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A man from Gujarat who travelled to Russia for employment has been missing since June after he enlisted in the Russian army, reports India Today.
A Gujarat native who moved to Russia earlier this year in search of a job has not been heard from since June, after he reportedly joined the Russian army. The disappearance was first reported by India Today, which highlighted the lack of any contact or official confirmation of his whereabouts.
According to the limited information available, the individual left India with the intention of securing employment abroad. Upon arrival, he is said to have enlisted in the Russian armed forces, after which communication with his family and acquaintances ceased.
Authorities in both India and Russia have been alerted, but no concrete leads have emerged. The case underscores the challenges faced by Indian workers seeking opportunities overseas, especially in regions with limited consular support.
Family members are reportedly seeking assistance from the Indian embassy in Moscow to locate their relative and to understand the circumstances surrounding his enlistment and subsequent disappearance.
The situation remains under investigation, and officials have urged anyone with relevant information to come forward.
According to the limited information available, the individual left India with the intention of securing employment abroad. Upon arrival, he is said to have enlisted in the Russian armed forces, after which communication with his family and acquaintances ceased.
Authorities in both India and Russia have been alerted, but no concrete leads have emerged. The case underscores the challenges faced by Indian workers seeking opportunities overseas, especially in regions with limited consular support.
Family members are reportedly seeking assistance from the Indian embassy in Moscow to locate their relative and to understand the circumstances surrounding his enlistment and subsequent disappearance.
The situation remains under investigation, and officials have urged anyone with relevant information to come forward.