An Indian student from Karnataka pursuing higher studies in the United States has been reported missing, prompting concern among family members and authorities.
Saketh Sreenivasaiah, 22, a postgraduate student at the University of California, Berkeley, has been missing since February 10. The matter has drawn the attention of the Consulate General of India, San Francisco, which confirmed it is coordinating with local authorities and the student’s family.
In a post on X, the Consulate expressed deep concern over the disappearance and stated that efforts are underway to trace him.
Last seen near campus
Authorities said Saketh was last seen about a kilometre away from the university campus. Later, his backpack containing his passport and laptop was found near a residence close to Tilden Regional Park.
Police described him as 6 feet 1 inch tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds, with short black hair and brown eyes.
Academic background
Saketh completed his B.Tech in Chemical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Madras in 2025. He was pursuing a Master’s degree in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering under the MS PDP’26 programme at UC Berkeley.
Government response on student safety
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reiterated that the safety and security of Indian students abroad remains a high priority. Indian Missions and Consulates regularly coordinate with host country authorities in cases involving missing persons or violent incidents.
The MEA also encourages students to stay connected with Indian missions through the MADAD Portal, WhatsApp groups, emergency helplines and pre-orientation briefings conducted upon arrival overseas.
Investigations into Saketh’s disappearance are ongoing.