Hyderabad student killed in US: 800+ Indian student deaths since 2018; US leads the list

A Hyderabad student, Chandrashekar Pole, was fatally shot in Dallas while working part-time, highlighting ongoing safety concerns for Indian students abroad. Data from the Ministry of External Affairs, reported by Dataful, shows 842 Indian student deaths overseas between 2018 and 2024, with the US leading at 141 deaths. Most fatalities were due to medical causes, suicides, and accidents. The data calls for urgent action from policymakers, universities, and families to improve student safety and support.