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Naveen Patnaik Urges Centre: Rescue Abducted Odia Youth in Sudan Crisis

Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has expressed deep concern over the abduction of an Odia national in Sudan. Adarsh Behera from Jagatsinghpur district was kidnapped by paramilitary Rapid Support Forces in Al Fashir. Patnaik has urgently requested the Indian government and Ministry of External Affairs to intervene for his safe release. Local police confirm they're coordinating with central agencies to ensure the youth's safe return from Sudan.

Key Points: Naveen Patnaik Seeks Safe Release of Odia Youth Abducted in Sudan

  • Odia national Adarsh Behera abducted by RSF paramilitary in Sudan's Al Fashir
  • Naveen Patnaik urges immediate intervention by Indian government
  • Behera had been working in Sudan since 2022 amid civil war
  • Jagatsinghpur police coordinating with MEA and Home Ministry
  • Special process initiated for safe evacuation of abducted youth
  • All central agencies involved in rescue coordination efforts
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Naveen Patnaik urges Centre to ensure safe release of abducted Odia youth in Sudan

Former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik urges Indian government intervention after Odia national Adarsh Behera kidnapped by RSF paramilitary forces in Sudan's Al Fashir.

"Deeply concerned to know that Adarsh Behera from Jagatsinghpur District of Odisha has been kidnapped by paramilitary Rapid Support Forces - Naveen Patnaik"

Jagatsinghpur, November 4

The Leader of Opposition in Odisha Assembly and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday expressed concern over the abduction of an Odia national by paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan's Al Fashir and urged the Centre to take immediate steps for his safe release.

In a post on X, Naveen Patnaik said, "Deeply concerned to know that Adarsh Behera from Jagatsinghpur District of Odisha has been kidnapped by paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan's Al Fashir. Urge the Indian Government and the Ministry of External Affairs to intervene in the matter with urgency and coordinate with the officials of Sudan for his early release."

According to police, the abducted individual, identified as Adarsh Behera, hails from Jagatsinghpur district and had gone to Sudan for work in 2022.

Speaking to ANI, Jagatsinghpur Superintendent of Police (SP) Ankit Verma said the local police have been in touch with Behera's family and that the Odisha government is coordinating with the Union Home Ministry and the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) for his safe return.

"An individual from our district went to Sudan for work purposes in 2022. He was there during the Civil War. We received information about him being abducted by a militant group there. The local police are in touch with the family," said SP Verma.

Verma added that a special process has been initiated to ensure that the abducted youth is brought back safely."After receiving information about this, the Jagatsinghpur police informed the state police headquarters and the DGP and the Intelligence Department have also been informed. In addition, the Union Home Ministry and the Ministry of External Affairs have also been informed, and necessary steps are being taken," the SP added further.

Police officials said all possible efforts are being made in coordination with central agencies to ensure the safe evacuation of the abducted Odia youth.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good to see Naveen Patnaik ji taking immediate notice. But why are our people still going to conflict zones for work? We need better employment opportunities in India so our youth don't have to risk their lives abroad.
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Arjun K
MEA should act swiftly. Operation Kaveri showed we can evacuate our citizens from dangerous situations. Hope they use similar channels to rescue Adarsh. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
As someone who has worked in international development, I appreciate that both state and central governments are coordinating. This shows our system works when there's political will. Hope Adarsh returns home soon.
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Vikram M
Can't imagine what his family in Jagatsinghpur must be going through. The police coordination with central agencies is commendable. Hope the diplomatic efforts bear fruit quickly. 🙏
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Michael C
While I appreciate the urgency, I wish our government had better travel advisories and support systems for Indians working abroad. Prevention is better than cure. Still, hoping for his safe return.

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