Two Indian students from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry have died in a tragic air accident in Canada while undergoing flight training. The Indian Consulate General in Vancouver confirmed their deaths and expressed condolences to their families.
The victims were identified as Manoj Sivakumar from Tamil Nadu and Srisaran Thirugnanasambantham from Puducherry. According to the Indian mission, both students lost their lives during flight training in Canada.
The Consulate General of India in Vancouver shared a message expressing its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the two students. The mission said it stands with the families during this difficult period.
The consulate also said it is ready to provide all possible consular assistance to the families. This includes helping with the repatriation of the students’ mortal remains to India.
The deaths have caused grief among the families and communities connected to the two students. Both had travelled to Canada to pursue flight training, making the accident a particularly tragic loss for their families and future careers.
Details about the circumstances of the air accident remain limited in the initial reports. Further information about the incident is expected as Canadian authorities continue their investigation.
The incident has also highlighted the role of Indian diplomatic missions in supporting citizens living and studying abroad during emergencies. Indian embassies and consulates regularly coordinate with local authorities and provide assistance to families during serious incidents involving Indian nationals.
For the families of Manoj Sivakumar and Srisaran Thirugnanasambantham, efforts are now focused on completing the necessary formalities and bringing their remains back to India. The Vancouver Consulate has assured them of continued assistance throughout the process.