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Who was Saketh Sreenivasaiah? Indian student from Karnataka found dead in California nearly a week after going missing

TT Editor·Updated: 15 Feb 2026 12:34 pm IST
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Who was Saketh Sreenivasaiah? Indian student from Karnataka found dead in California nearly a week after going missing

Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a 20-year-old student from Karnataka enrolled at the University of California, Berkeley, was found dead nearly a week after going missing. His disappearance raised significant concerns among the Indian student community in the U.S., especially regarding their safety and potential discrimination. Local authorities located his body, and the Indian Consulate is actively coordinating with his family for the repatriation process. This tragic incident has sparked discussions about the challenges faced by international students in foreign countries, prompting calls for increased support and protective measures from the Indian government. As the community mourns the loss of a promising young student, it highlights the urgent need for addressing the safety concerns that affect students studying abroad, particularly in the wake of recent incidents that have raised alarms among Indian families and students alike.

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