In touch with Swiss embassy: MEA on Fatehpur Sikri assault

New Delhi, October 26

Days after a Swiss couple was brutally attacked in Fatehpur Sikri, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday said they were in touch with the Swiss embassy and are quick to redress the issue.

“The ministry believes in quick redressal of the issue. We are in touch with Swiss embassy. The officials also visited the couple in hospital to ensure their safety,” said the official spokesperson of MEA, Raveesh Kumar at a press briefing here.

Earlier on Thursday, Uttar Pradesh Police arrested five accused, including three minors, in connection with the case.

The Embassy of Switzerland in New Delhi in a release today said it is deeply concerned about the health of the two Swiss citizens who were attacked in Fatehpur Sikri.  

“The Embassy will continue to provide all possible support to them and their families and trusts that the Indian law enforcement agencies and the judicial system will deliver justice.  

“The Embassy thanks the Indian authorities, citizens and the media for their overwhelming concern and support as well as the many signs of compassion received for the victims.”

A Swiss couple, hailing from Lausanne in Switzerland, was allegedly brutally thrashed by a group of youths in Agra’s Fatehpur Sikri on Sunday. The duo was reportedly seriously injured in the attack and is currently undergoing treatment at a hospital in Delhi. — ANI/ TNS