Archive · 2 Feb 2026
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
- When
- February 18, 2024
- Where
- Palampur, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh
- Why
- He was detained by US authorities after his ship was seized
- 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