The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking his urgent intervention to help stranded Indian students pursuing their medical studies in Ukraine.
“Most of them cannot afford the escalated costs of air travel. Even those who can afford [the cost] cannot travel due to the adverse conditions there. The day-to-day rations are dwindling, creating severe hardships for their survival. Their parents here are anxious and worried about the safety and well-being of their children,’’ the IMA said in a letter to the PM. The Association added that it is well aware of the various efforts taken by the government to get back Indian citizens and said a dedicated helpdesk for medical students should also be created.
