Indian Man Working In Sudan Killed Amid Military Clashes; Embassy Issues Advisory For Indians
An Indian man working in Sudan died by stray bullet injury on a day that witnessed violent clashes between the country's army and paramilitaries.?Shot on 15 April, Albert Augestine succumbed to his injuries on Sunday, 16 April.
Indian embassy confirmed his death
Relaying the information about Augestine's death, the Indian embassy in Sudan tweeted: "It has been reported that Mr Albert Augestine, an Indian National working in a Dal Group Company in Sudan who got hit by a stray bullet yesterday succumbed to his injuries."
The embassy added that they are in touch with Augestine's family and medical authorities to make further arrangements.
Battle between military, para forces
Sudan witnessed a fierce battle between its military and a rival paramilitary forces on Saturday in its capital Khartoum as well as in other areas, reportedly causing the death of over 200 people.
Sudan doctor's syndicate, meanwhile, claimed that at least 27 people have been killed, adding that there were many unaccounted casualties.They said that the causalities included people from military and Rapid Support Forces personnel in the western Darfur region and the northern town of Merowe.
Advisory issued for Indian nationals
Earlier, the Indian embassy had tweeted requesting Indian nationals to stay indoors as clashes broke out.
The embassy, in its previous tweet, had said, "All Indians are advised to take utmost precautions, stay indoors, and stop venturing outside with immediate effect. Please also stay calm and wait for updates.¡±
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