The kidnapping comes amid a surge of attacks by armed groups in the African nation. 

​The kidnapping comes amid a surge of attacks by armed groups in the African nation.  

Uttar Pradesh’s chief minister, Yogi Adityanath, has directed district officials to crack down hard on anyone illegally residing in the state, stressing the importance of maintaining order and safeguarding national security. Plans are in motion to set up temporary holding facilities for these identified individuals while arrangements for their removal are made.

While the flight continued its journey with the remaining 176 passengers, Singh was taken to Charnok Hospital where he was declared brought dead.