Odisha Man Returns Safely After 45-Day Ordeal in Sudan

Adarsh Behera, a 36-year-old from Odisha, India, safely returned home after being held hostage for 45 days in Sudan by RSF militia. His return was coordinated by the Indian government with international assistance, bringing relief to his family and earning gratitude from Odisha's Chief Minister.

After a harrowing 45-day ordeal, 36-year-old Adarsh Behera from Odisha returned home, bringing relief to his family and well-wishers. Behera had been held captive by the Rapid Support Forces militia in Sudan, enduring torture and starvation.

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi emphasized the state's commitment to the safety of its citizens, thanking the Indian Ministry of External Affairs for its role in the successful rescue operation. The Indian government's swift action, in collaboration with international partners, ensured Behera's safe release.

Behera's wife expressed a desire for her husband's employment within the state to prevent the need to work abroad again. The family's joyous reunion was marked at Biju Patnaik International Airport, where Behera recounted his traumatic experiences to reporters.

(With inputs from agencies.)