Archive · 29 Dec 2025
Punjab Man Claims 10 Indians Died in Russia
A man from Punjab, Jagdeep Kumar, recently returned from Russia where he was searching for his missing brother.
He claims that 10 Indian men, including three from Punjab, have died while fighting in the Russian Army against Ukraine.
Four more Indians are missing.
Jagdeep said he has documents from the Russian Army confirming these deaths.
India has previously asked Russia to stop recruiting Indians and has warned its citizens about the dangers.
A Rajya Sabha member, Balbir Singh Seechewal, has been helping families affected by this issue.
Jagdeep traveled to Russia twice, facing language barriers, to gather information and search for his brother, who went missing after being recruited by a travel agent.
Jagdeep Kumar claims 10 Indians died in Russian Army, 4 missing.
Three victims from Punjab, seven from UP and Jammu.
India previously demanded Russia stop recruiting Indians and warned citizens.
Rajya Sabha member Balbir Singh Seechewal assisted families and met with External Affairs Minister.
Jagdeep traveled to Russia twice, facing language barriers, to search for his brother.
- Who
- Jagdeep Kumar (Punjab resident) and 10 Indian nationals
- What
- Claim of 10 Indian deaths in Russian Army, 4 missing
- When
- Recent claims, brother missing since March 2024
- Where
- Russia, originating from Punjab and other Indian states
- Why
- Recruitment into Russian Army for Ukraine conflict
- Claimed Deaths
- 10 Indians
- Missing Indians
- 4
- Punjab Victims
- 3
- UP/Jammu Victims
- 7
- Travel Agent Involvement
- Lured youths with job offers
- Government Action
- Demanded end to recruitment, cautioned nationals
- MP's Role
- Balbir Singh Seechewal assisted families
