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The Economic Times
The Economic Times

India's Vancouver Consulate condoles death of students from Tamil Nadu, Puducherry in Canada air accident

Vancouver: The Consulate General of India in Vancouver on Sunday (local time) expressed condolences over the death of two Indian students from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry who lost their lives in an air accident in Canada during their flight training.

In a post on X, the Consulate General of India, Vancouver, said, "The Consulate General of India, Vancouver, expresses its deepest condolences on the tragic demise of Shri Manoj Sivakumar and Shri Srisaran Thirugnanasambantham, two Indian students from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, who lost their lives in a tragic air accident in Canada during their flight training."

"Our heartfelt sympathies are with their bereaved families and loved ones during this difficult time. The Consulate stands ready to extend all possible consular assistance to the families in connection with the repatriation of the mortal remains to India. May the departed souls rest in peace," it added.

The development comes amid the Government of India's broader efforts to ensure the safety, security and well-being of Indian nationals abroad and provide consular assistance during emergencies.

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