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Himachal Sailor Detained in US Returns Home
A sailor named Rikshit Chauhan from Himachal Pradesh was detained in the United States after his ship was seized.
He was released and returned home just a day before his brother's wedding.
His family is very happy to have him back and he is resting after his ordeal.
He said he was treated well during his detention.
Rikshit Chauhan, a Himachal Pradesh native, returned home after being detained in the US.
He was among three Indians detained after their oil tanker was seized by US authorities.
Chauhan arrived home on February 18, a day before his brother's wedding.
His father expressed gratitude to those who helped secure his release.
Chauhan is resting after his ordeal and mentioned he was treated well during detention.
- Who
- Rikshit Chauhan, a sailor from Himachal Pradesh
- What
- Returned home after being detained in the US
- Where
- Palampur, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh
- When
- February 18, 2024
- Why
- He was detained by US authorities after his ship was seized
Key facts
- Name
- Rikshit Chauhan
- Occupation
- Sailor
- Hometown
- Palampur, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh
- Detention Location
- United States
- Release Date
- February 18, 2024
- Brother's Wedding Date
- February 19, 2024
Quotes
Ranjit Singh Chauhan
Father of Rikshit Chauhan
“He is absolutely fine. I would like to thank all those who made all possible efforts to make his return possible. We are delighted to see Rikshit back. His elder brother’s marriage is to take place on February 19.”
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“We advised him to take complete rest. He told us that he was treated very gently along with the others after their ship was detained.”
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Sources
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