Ukraine crisis: Stranded students face ‘racial abuse’

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New Delhi: Stranded students in Ukraine alleged that they are facing racial abuse from Ukrainian security personnel citing that India did not extend its support amid ongoing crisis with Russia.

Many videos went viral on social media, being shared by Indian students from Ukraine, students being kicked, beaten up, dragged by security personnel and some even had their phones snatched from them.

Students said that situation is catastrophic for them as around 700 students are still stuck in hostel basements but Indian Embassy has not provided them any help to rescue.

Students said that Indian authorities asked them to reach borders via train or buses but no help was extended.