New Delhi, March 8: Amid ongoing tensions in West Asia, Iran’s attacks persist, while the United States and Israel are also taking swift actions. In light of these developments, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has issued an update regarding the situation in the Gulf region.
According to the Ministry, the Indian government is closely monitoring the changing circumstances in West Asia, particularly concerning Indian Citizens who are stranded during transit or short visits.
All Indian nationals in the region are advised to adhere to local authorities’ guidelines and follow the advisories issued by Indian embassies or consulates in their areas. The embassies and consulates have released detailed advisories and established 24/7 helplines to assist with concerns arising from the current situation.
To address queries from affected individuals and their families, the Ministry has set up a special control room. Following the recent partial reopening of airspace in the region, both Indian and foreign airlines are operating commercial flights, including non-scheduled services, to facilitate the return of Indian travelers who were in transit or on short visits.
The Ministry reported that over 52,000 Indians have utilized flight services and safely returned to India from Gulf countries between March 1 and March 7. Of these, 32,107 traveled on Indian airlines. Plans are underway to operate additional flights in the coming days.
For Indian citizens in countries where commercial flight services are unavailable, it is advised to contact the nearest embassy or consulate for information and guidance on the closest available commercial flight options.
The safety and well-being of Indian citizens abroad remain the government’s top priority, and the Indian government is coordinating with local authorities to assist all those in need.