New Delhi: Judith D’Souza, an Indian health worker who was abducted by suspected militants from outside her office in Kabul last month, arrived at the IGI Airport in Delhi on Saturday evening.
Foreign Affairs minister, Sushma Swaraj met Judith after her arrival in Delhi and post which she met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his 7 RCR residence.
Judith who worked for Aga Khan Foundation as a senior technical adviser, was reportedly kidnapped by militants who switched off her phone after the incident on June 9.
Judith's family had written to PM Narendra Modi, urging his intervention in ensuring that she is reunited with them.
PM Modi had requested Afghan President Ashraf Ghani to expedite efforts to secure Judith's release.
40-year-old Judith’s abduction had come as a shock for both nations, India and Afghanistan as her sobbing Father, on June 10 appealed that he wanted his daughter back.
"It is an occupational hazard. It could have happened to anyone. Judith is a thorough professional. We are looking forward for a much-awaited reunion," Judith's brother Jerome said post her release.
Judith's family, in Kolkata, is eagerly waiting for her arrival.
"We are thankful to the Indian government for the rescue of our sister. We are now waiting for her to be back home. We would request the media to respect our privacy," Judith's sister Agnes said.
The external Affairs Ministry was in constant touch with Afghan Authorities to ensure Judith’s timely release.
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