17 students from Meghalaya stranded in Ukraine

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaFebruary 25, 2022

As many as 17 citizens from Meghalaya are stranded in the Russian invasion-hit Ukraine.

Informing this on Friday, Chief Secretary Rebecca V Suchiang said there are 17 students stranded in Ukraine.

“We have already written to the Ministry of External Affairs (for ensuring their safe return),” she said.

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Earlier, Deputy Chief Minister Prestone Tynsong said that the stranded citizens from the state will be arriving in the country on February 27. A special flight has been arranged by the Government of India for their safe return. 

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