Nizamuddin, an Indian national, had voiced strong criticism of racial discrimination in the United States through a post on LinkedIn, declaring that he would no longer remain silent against injustice. In his message, he alleged that he had been subjected to harassment at work, wage exploitation, wrongful dismissal, and obstruction of justice during his time in the country.
He had been without employment for nearly a year and a half before the incident in Santa Clara. The Indian Consulate in San Francisco confirmed that it was in contact with local officials and assured that consular support would be provided to his family. “We deeply sympathize with the bereaved family,” the consulate said in a statement shared after social worker Amjed Ullah Khan highlighted the case on social media.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs also conveyed condolences and acknowledged that a grievance had been lodged on the Madad portal. The ministry said it was coordinating with American authorities as well as with Nizamuddin’s family, and that a formal inquiry was in progress. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that officials were closely monitoring the developments. “We are aware of the investigation. Local police have already released a video and statement on the circumstances, and we remain committed to extending all necessary assistance,” he explained.
Nizamuddin, aged 32, had pursued higher education in the United States and was living in Santa Clara at the time of his death. According to police accounts, officers responded to an emergency call and found him armed with a knife while allegedly attacking a roommate inside the residence. He was fatally shot during the confrontation, the Santa Clara police chief said.