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Indian students in Kyrgyzstan have been advised to stay indoors amid mob attacks that have left several Pakistani students injured.
The Indian Consulate in Kyrgyzstan issued an advisory asking students to remain indoors and contact the embassy if they encounter any problems. The advisory was issued after videos of a fight between Kyrgyz and Egyptian students on May 13 went viral online.
The mob targeted hostels of medical universities in Bishkek, which are inhabited by students from India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
The Pakistan embassy in Kyrgyzstan confirmed that a few hostels of medical universities in Bishkek and private residences of international students, including Pakistanis, have been attacked.
There have been reports of light injuries to several students from Pakistan, but no deaths have been reported.
Both the Indian and Pakistani embassies are monitoring the situation and providing assistance to their students.
The Indian Foreign Minister, S Jaishankar, has advised students to stay in regular touch with the embassy.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has also expressed concern over the attacks and has directed Pakistan's Ambassador to provide all necessary help and assistance.
The situation is reportedly calm now, but students are advised to remain vigilant and follow the instructions of the embassy.
The Indian and Pakistani governments are working to ensure the safety and well-being of their students in Kyrgyzstan.
Regular updates on the situation will be provided by the embassies and the respective governments.
Source: Indian Students In Kyrgyzstan Asked To Stay Indoors Amid Mob Attacks