The Ukraine has over 18,000 medical students from India who now await a safe passage back home. However, the Ukranian government has stopped issuing visas and cancelled all flights for safety purposes. Many students have rushed to the Indian Embassy for help.

Some of the Mumbai-based students told mid-day that those who have cash in hand will be able to survive. There is, however, no cash in the ATMs, all essential shops including those for food are empty.