The Office of the Consulate General of India in Chicago is providing assistance to the family of Amarnath Ghosh, a Kuchipudi dancer from Kolkata who was shot dead in Missouri. The Consulate has pledged to support the investigation of the tragic incident by the St. Louis police and the University.
Following the shooting death of Ghosh, the Consulate expressed condolences to his loved ones and initiated forensic investigations with the police to provide necessary support. The case gained attention when TV actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee took to social media to appeal for help from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for the swift repatriation of Ghosh’s body.
According to Devoleena, Ghosh, an accomplished dancer pursuing a PhD, was fatally shot while taking an evening walk by an unknown assailant. This heartbreaking incident sheds light on the escalating security concerns faced by Indian students studying in the United States, raising questions about the safety of international students in the country.
The tragic death of Amarnath Ghosh underscores the ongoing threat to Indian students residing in the US, with at least five fatalities reported under suspicious circumstances in recent months. The Consulate’s efforts to support Ghosh’s family and engage in the investigation demonstrate a commitment to seeking justice for the slain dancer and ensuring the safety of Indian citizens abroad.
