A 24-year-old Indian student in the U.S. has died after suffering severe injuries in a house fire, according to the Indian mission here.

Sahaja Reddy Udumala was pursuing a Master’s degree in Albany, New York.

The Consulate General of India in New York said in a post on X on Friday (December 5, 2025) (local time) that it is “deeply saddened by the untimely demise” of Udumala, who lost her life in the house fire incident in Albany.

“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences to her family during this difficult time,” the Consulate said, adding that it is in touch with Udumala’s family and is extending all possible assistance.

The Albany Police Department said in a statement that its personnel and the Albany Fire Department responded to the house fire on the morning of December 4. When they

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