Mexico City, February 23 The Indian Embassy in Mexico issued an advisory on Monday to Indian nationals residing in the country, urging them to exercise caution and remain indoors amid escalating violence following the killing of a top drug cartel leader by Mexican soldiers.
Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho," the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was killed on Sunday.
"Dear all Indian nationals in Mexico: Due to ongoing security operations and related road blockages and criminal activity, Indian nationals in Jalisco State (areas of Puerto Vallarta, Chapala, and Guadalajara), Tamaulipas State (areas of Reynosa and other municipalities), areas of Michoacan State, Guerrero State, and Nuevo Leon State should remain sheltered until further notice," the Indian Embassy in Mexico posted on X.
The embassy also issued safety instructions: "Avoid areas around law enforcement activity. Be aware of your surroundings. Seek shelter and minimize unnecessary movements outside your shelter. Monitor local media for updates. Follow the directions of local authorities and, in case of emergency, call 911. Avoid crowds."
"Keep family and friends informed of your location and well-being via phone, text, and social media," the mission posted.
The advisory follows the killing of Nemesio Oseguera on Sunday, a powerful drug cartel leader. He was one of the most wanted men in Mexico and in the United States.
The Mexican army killed Oseguera, "El Mencho," in an operation on Sunday, a federal official said. The incident occurred during a military operation in the western state of Jalisco.
