The Indian government is making all efforts to secure the release of eight former naval officers who have been sentenced to death in Qatar on charges of espionage. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with the families of the detainees on Monday and assured them that the government is working closely with them to secure the release of their loved ones.
The MEA has said that it is deeply shocked by the verdict and is awaiting the detailed judgment. The government is also in touch with the families and the legal team to explore all legal options.
The matter is of high importance to the government, and they have been following it closely. The government will continue to extend all consular and legal assistance to the detainees. It will also take up the verdict with the Qatari authorities.
