Russian Woman and Daughters Found Living in Karnataka Cave: An Ongoing Enigma

Thu Jul 17 2025 11:37:08 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Russian Woman and Daughters Found Living in Karnataka Cave: An Ongoing Enigma

A Russian mother and her two daughters discovered in a cave in Karnataka raise complex questions about lifestyle choices, legal status, and cultural perceptions.


Authorities in Karnataka are delving into the puzzling case of Nina Kutina, a Russian woman who and her two daughters were discovered living in a cave near Gokarna, a popular tourist site. Found on July 9, the family is currently in a detention center awaiting deportation due to lacking valid immigration documents. Kutina has expressed contentment with her unconventional habitat, indicating they were happy in nature and well-adjusted despite the cave's perilous environment.

While the Karnataka police patrol aimed for tourist safety, they stumbled upon the cave after noticing colorful clothing hung out to dry. Upon entering the enclosure, they found the mother and children in relatively good spirits, highlighting their limited possessions which included plastic mats and instant noodles. Despite the materials being minimal, reports show that the family was reportedly comfortable, presenting an image contrary to what is typically associated with cave dwelling.

Kutina, who claims to have lived outside Russia for over 15 years and visited several countries, noted her daughters' well-being in a series of interviews. The story has since unfolded to include the father of the girls, Dror Goldstein, an Israeli businessman, who is now advocating for joint custody and opposing their return to Russia. However, there remains ambiguity regarding how long Kutina and her daughters actually resided in the cave and the motivations behind such a lifestyle choice.

Settling amidst wild animals and treacherous terrain has drawn scrutiny, with Kutina asserting that dangers from nature are a misconception; she regards snakes as harmless companions. The police investigation revealed that she had been living in Goa before venturing to Karnataka, raising further inquiries into her travel history, which remains opaque.

Fulfilled claims of well-being in the jungle contradict the issues they face in the detention center, where Kutina shared grievances regarding conditions and food quality. Observers of this story are left contemplating not only the family's current situation but the broader implications of lifestyle, immigration, and cultural understanding within the framework of global mobility.

As the process of repatriation unfolds, the complex layers of Kutina's life story and her intentions will likely continue to intrigue authorities and the public in both India and Russia.

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