Family of Indian Sailor Killed in West Asia War Moves Bombay High Court After Month-Long Delay in Repatriation of Remains

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:58am on 03 Apr 2026,Friday India Global

Nearly a month after an Indian sailor was killed in the ongoing West Asia conflict, his family has approached the Bombay High Court seeking urgent intervention to bring his remains back home. The sailor, identified as Dixit Solanki, died in a missile strike on a merchant vessel near Oman while on duty. His family alleged prolonged delays and lack of clear communication from authorities regarding the repatriation process. Citing the right to dignity after death, they urged the court to expedite the return of the body. The case highlights the hardships faced by families of Indians affected by the escalating regional conflict. (PC: AFP)

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