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News India Live, Digital Desk: The news that came from Qatar in the last few months has given every Indian relief and also a little restlessness. Remember when eight former Indian Navy officers returned home after being awarded death sentence. The entire country celebrated that moment like Diwali. But amidst that celebration, there was one face for whom prayers are being made even today and discussions are continuing in the diplomatic corridors, Commander Purnendu Tiwari.
What is the full story?
After being imprisoned in Qatar’s jail for a long time, the efforts of the Indian government paid off and seven officers returned home safely, but the matter regarding Commander Purnendu Tiwari remained a bit complicated. Although his death sentence was commuted and the way for his release was opened, challenges remain in his full return to India due to technical reasons or legal complications. According to the latest information, administrative turmoil regarding him has once again intensified.
What is the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) doing?
People often ask that when everyone else has arrived then why did one stay? The stand of the Ministry of External Affairs of India is very clear in this matter. He is in constant touch with Qatari authorities. The Ministry of External Affairs has clearly said that the safety of Commander Purnendu Tiwari and his return to India is their top priority. The matter pertains to the rules between the two countries and the internal laws of Qatar, so the Indian government is taking every step forward very carefully and respectfully.
honoring an officer’s service to the country
Commander Purnendu Tiwari has had an illustrious career and has also been awarded the President’s Award. For a person who has dedicated a major part of his life to the Navy and the dignity of the country, his being stuck in another country like this is an emotional moment for his family and the country.
What is expected next?
Currently, a phase of diplomatic talks (Quiet Diplomacy) is going on in this matter. Many times such sensitive discussions are not held in front of the camera so that there is no hindrance in the matter of safety or release of the officer. The whole country is now waiting for the day to come when Commander Purnendu Tiwari will also breathe the same free air and be with his family.
The truth is that the lamp of hope has not yet been extinguished, and India’s strong diplomacy has shown the impossible in the past as well.
