Amid spiralling violence following the killing of a notorious drug cartel leader, the Embassy of India in Mexico on Monday advised Indian nationals in Mexico to remain indoors and exercise extreme caution. Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as El Mencho, head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was killed on Sunday during a military operation in the western state of Jalisco. ADVERTISEMENTIn a post on X, the Indian mission warned of heightened security risks across several regions. "Dear all Indian nationals in Mexico. His killing has triggered intensified security operations and reports of road blockades and criminal activity in multiple states, prompting the advisory for Indian nationals.
