Families anxious over safety of Indians kidnapped in Mali

Concerns grow over safety of Indians kidnapped in Mali as families await news of missing three men abducted by armed assailants while working at a cement factory. Mali's government has yet to comment on the incident, amidst reports of increasing jihadist attacks in the region. With tensions rising, Indian authorities advise citizens in Mali to exercise caution and remain vigilant. This incident adds to the growing security challenges faced by Indians living in countries affected by insurgencies linked to al-Qaeda and the Islamic State.