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India Condemns Kidnapping of Three Nationals in Mali, Seeks Urgent Action

Three Indian nationals, taken. Snatched from their workplace in Mali. And now, a nation demands answers.

On July 1, armed men stormed the Diamond Cement Factory in Kayes, Mali. It wasn’t random. It was planned. And in the chaos, three Indian workers were abducted. Since then, silence. No group has stepped forward. No motive confirmed. Just fear and uncertainty.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) didn’t mince words. It called the attack “deplorable” and urged the Malian government to act—fast and decisively. “Ensure their safe and quick release,” the MEA stressed in its statement.

Diplomatic lines are buzzing. Indian officials are watching the situation hour by hour. The embassy in Bamako is on alert. So is Delhi. Behind closed doors, talks are underway.

The Indian government isn’t just condemning the violence. It’s also cautioning others. A clear advisory was issued: Indian citizens in Mali—stay alert. Stay in touch with the embassy. Don’t take chances.

What happens next? Hard to say. The attackers remain unidentified. Their reasons, unknown. But one thing is certain—India isn’t letting this go quietly. It’s pushing, pressing, insisting on action.

This isn’t just about three men. It’s about safety, dignity, and the right to work without fear—even far from home.

Right now, families wait. Officials work. And a nation watches.