Karnataka: Russian Woman and Daughters Rescued from Gokarna Cave
Russian Mother adn Daughters Rescued from Secluded Karnataka Cave
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Revelation During Routine Patrol Highlights safety Concerns in Ramatirtha Hills
GOKARNA,KARNATAKA – A Russian woman and her two young daughters,who had been living in isolation in a secluded cave in Karnataka’s Ramatirtha Hills,were discovered and rescued by the Gokarna police on Wednesday. The operation, part of a routine patrol focused on tourist safety, brought to light a remarkable story of spiritual seeking and survival in a remote, landslide-prone area.
A Spiritual Quest Leads to Wilderness Living
Nina Kutina, 40, along with her daughters prema, 6, and Ama, 4, were found by Circle Inspector Sridhar SR and his team. The family had established a modest living space within a natural cave, surrounded by dense forest and steep slopes. Inside, Kutina had reportedly installed a Rudra idol and dedicated her time to worship and meditation, seeking spiritual awakening inspired by Hindu ideology.Kutina, who arrived in India on a business visa, had journeyed from Goa to the sacred coastal town of Gokarna. She had been living in complete isolation for nearly two weeks,with only her daughters for company.
The discovery was made when the police, monitoring the area following a recent landslide, noticed clothes hanging out to dry near the cave.Intrigued, they decided to investigate further. Navigating through thick underbrush, the officers found Kutina and her children residing peacefully within the cave.”Our patrolling team noticed sarees and other clothes drying outside a cave in the Ramatirtha Hills,” stated Uttara Kannada Superintendent of Police M Narayana. “When they reached the spot, they found Kutina and her two daughters residing there. it was surprising how the family managed to survive in the wilderness. Fortunately, they were unharmed during their stay.”
Visa Violations and repatriation Efforts Underway
Upon initial contact, Kutina claimed her passport and visa may have been lost in the forest, hindering her ability to produce valid travel documentation. A subsequent search by the Gokarna Police and the Forest Department successfully recovered the documents.
Verification revealed that Kutina had entered India on a business visa on October 18, 2016, which expired on April 17, 2017. An exit permit was issued by the FRRO Panaji on April 19, 2018, after which she reportedly travelled to Nepal and re-entered India on September 8, 2018.
For safety reasons, Kutina and her daughters were transferred to the Government Women’s Shelter in Karwar, managed by the Department of Women and Child Welfare. The Superintendent of Police, Uttara Kannada, has initiated proceedings with the Foreigners’ Regional Registration Office (FRRO), Bengaluru, concerning the visa violations. With the assistance of a local NGO, the Russian Embassy has been contacted, and repatriation formalities are in progress to ensure the safe return of the mother and her children.
Published By: Harshita das
Published On:* Jul 12, 2025