Indian student shot dead in random attack near University of Toronto

The Indian Embassy issued a statement saying, “We express our deepest condolences on the tragic death of young Indian doctoral student Shivank Awasthi in a shooting incident near the University of Toronto Scarborough campus. The Embassy is in touch with the bereaved family during this difficult time and is coordinating with local authorities to provide all necessary assistance.”

Post Published By: Sujata Biswal

Updated : 26 December 2025, 8:54 AM IST

Indian student shot dead in Canada

New Delhi: An Indian student has died in Canada. 20-year-old Shivank Awasthi was shot and killed in a shooting that took place in Toronto on Thursday, December 25. The Indian Consulate in Toronto has expressed its condolences on Shivank Awasthi's death.

Indian student dies in Toronto
The Indian Embassy issued a statement saying, "We express our deepest condolences on the tragic death of young Indian doctoral student Shivank Awasthi in a shooting incident near the University of Toronto Scarborough campus. The Embassy is in touch with the bereaved family during this difficult time and is coordinating with local authorities to provide all necessary assistance."

We express deep anguish over the tragic death of a young Indian doctoral student, Mr. Shivank Avasthi, in a fatal shooting incident near the University of Toronto Scarborough Campus. The Consulate is in touch with the bereaved family during this difficult time, and is extending…

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