New Delhi: Actress and former Bigg Boss contestant Devoleena Bhattacharjee has taken to social media to share heartbreaking details of her friend's tragic murder in the United States. In a post on X, Devoleena revealed that her friend Amarnath Ghosh was fatally shot in the St Louis Academy neighbourhood on Tuesday evening. The news has sent shockwaves among her followers and raised concerns about the safety of Indian students abroad.
In her message, Devoleena described Amarnath as an only child, having lost both his parents. She highlighted his Kolkata roots and shared that he was pursuing a PhD. The circumstances surrounding his death remain shrouded in mystery.
Expressing her distress and seeking justice, Devoleena appealed to the Indian government, including External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with the US Embassy, to intervene in the investigation. She urged authorities to expedite the process of claiming Amarnath's body and uncovering the truth behind his senseless killing.
Devoleena wrote, "Some friends in US are trying to claim the body but still no update about it. @IndianEmbassyUS kindly see to it if you could. At least we should know the reason of his murder. @DrSJaishankar @narendramodi"
Check out her tweet here:
This tragic incident adds to a concerning trend of attacks targeting Indian students in the US, raising questions about their safety and security abroad. With at least five such deaths reported in recent months, Devoleena's plea resonates deeply, emphasising the urgent need for action to ensure the protection of Indian nationals studying overseas.
About Devoleena Bhattacharjee
Initially gaining prominence as a television actor, Devoleena made a significant impact by portraying the character of Gopi Modi in the popular series ‘Saath Nibhaana Saathiya’ on Star Plus, a role she inhabited from 2012 to 2017.
However, it was her stint on Salman Khan's reality show, Bigg Boss’, that truly catapulted her to widespread recognition. She participated in the 13th, 14th, and 15th seasons of the show, captivating audiences with her presence and personality.