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Indian student found dead in Canada under mysterious circumstances, fourth such case in 3 months
Tanya Tyagi's death follows at least three such incidents involving Indian students in Canada in past three months read more
In a tragic turn of events, an Indian student named Tanya Tyagi, studying at the University of Calgary in Canada, was found dead under suspicious conditions, according to a statement released by the Consulate General of India in Vancouver on Thursday (June 19).
The consulate expressed its condolences to the family and stated, 'We are saddened by the sudden demise of Ms. Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student at the University of Calgary.'
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'The Consulate is in touch with the authorities and will provide all required assistance to the bereaved family. Our heartfelt condolences & prayers are with his family & friends of the deceased,' the post by the consulate read.
We are saddened by the sudden demise of Ms. Tanya Tyagi, an Indian student at University of Calgary. The Consulate is in touch with the authorities and will provide all required assistance to the bereaved family. Our heartfelt condolences & prayers are with his family & friends… — India in Vancouver (@cgivancouver) June 19, 2025
Tyagi's death follows at least three such incidents involving Indian students in Canada in past three months.
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