Amarnath Ghosh, a well-known Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi artist, was a victim of a shooting incident in the United States, as revealed by TV actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee on social media. Amarnath, who was a friend of Devoleena, tragically lost his life. Devoleena has made an appeal to the Indian Embassy in the US, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to assist in bringing Amarnath's body back to India.
Devoleena Bhattacharjee shared the news of Amarnath's demise on social media, stating, "On Tuesday (February 27) evening, my friend Amarnath Ghosh was murdered in St. Louis, Missouri. Amarnath faced the loss of his father during his childhood, and his mother passed away three years ago. The cause of Amarnath's death remains unknown. Originally from Kolkata, Amarnath was pursuing a PhD and excelling in dance.During his evening stroll, he unexpectedly became the target of unidentified assailants, sparking a red controversy and attracting attention. His friends in America are currently attempting to repatriate Amarnath's body to India, but as of now, there is no information available. She urged the Indian Embassy to investigate the circumstances leading to Amarnath Ghosh's tragic murder.
The Indian Embassy in Chicago has expressed condolences for Amarnath's death. Recent reports have highlighted several cases of violence against Indians and people of Indian origin in the United States. Devoleena Bhattacharjee's tweet has garnered reactions from many individuals, reflecting the concerns surrounding the safety of the Indian community abroad.