Missing Indian Student Found Dead in US

Berkeley postgrad Saketh Sreenivasaiah's body discovered after week-long search

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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A 22-year-old Indian postgraduate student at the University of California, Berkeley, named Saketh Sreenivasaiah, has been found dead after going missing less than a week ago in the United States. The Indian mission in the US confirmed the tragic news.

Why it matters

The disappearance and death of a young international student is deeply concerning, raising questions about campus safety, mental health resources, and the challenges faced by students studying abroad. Sreenivasaiah's family in India is now grieving the loss of their loved one.

The details

Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a student from Karnataka, India, had been missing since Monday, February 9th. His body was discovered sometime after, though the exact circumstances of his death are still under investigation by local authorities.

  • Sreenivasaiah went missing on February 9, 2026.
  • His body was found sometime after his disappearance.

The players

Saketh Sreenivasaiah

A 22-year-old Indian postgraduate student at the University of California, Berkeley.

University of California, Berkeley

The university where Sreenivasaiah was a student.

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What they’re saying

“We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of one of our students. Our hearts go out to Saketh's family and loved ones during this difficult time.”

— UC Berkeley spokesperson

What’s next

The university and local authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding Sreenivasaiah's death.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for greater support and resources for international students studying abroad, as well as heightened campus safety measures to prevent such devastating outcomes.