The Non-Resident Tamils Welfare Board on Monday (November 10, 2025) wrote to Union Minister for Exterior Affairs S. Jaishankar, requesting rapid diplomatic intervention for the protected launch of 5 Indian nationals from Tamil Nadu, who’ve reportedly been kidnapped within the West African nation of Maliwhereas engaged on an electrification challenge.
In his letter, the Board’s chairperson Karthikeya Sivasenapathy expressed grave concern over the security of the kidnapped Tamils and urged swift and coordinated efforts by the Indian Embassy in Bamako, Mali, and worldwide companies to make sure their protected return.
Assuring help from the Board, Mr. Sivasenapathy mentioned: “The protection and welfare of Tamil ‘residents’ working overseas is of utmost significance. We urge the Ministry of Exterior Affairs to behave swiftly to carry our folks again house safely.”
Printed – November 10, 2025 03:49 pm IST