West Asia Crisis: 52,000 Indians Return Home
- India monitors West Asia crisis as thousands return from Gulf
- MEA issues advisory for Indians amid West Asia security situation
Hyderabad: India is closely monitoring the evolving situation in West Asia, especially regarding the safety of Indian citizens in the region. Meanwhile, more than 52,000 Indians have returned home after the partial opening of airspace across the region, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.
In a late night statement, the Ministry of External Affairs said the government remains focused on the welfare of Indian nationals stranded in the region. Many Indians were stuck during transit or on short duration visits. However, the reopening of airspace allowed airlines to operate flights and bring passengers back to India.
India monitors West Asia crisis as MEA tracks safety of citizens
The MEA said the security situation in West Asia remains fragile. The conflict continues as the United States and Israel carry out bombardment of Iranian targets. Meanwhile, Tehran has responded with strikes on Israeli positions and US military bases across the region.
In its statement, the MEA said, “The government of India is continuously monitoring the evolving situation in West Asia and the Gulf region, especially with regard to the welfare of Indian nationals who have been stranded there during transit or on short duration visits.”
The ministry also advised Indian citizens in the region to remain cautious. It said, “All Indian nationals in the region are advised to follow the guidelines of the local authorities as well as the advisories being issued by the Indian embassy or consulate in their location.”
More flights help Indians return from Gulf region
The MEA stated that Indian missions across the region have issued detailed advisories. They have also set up 24×7 helplines to assist Indian nationals. These steps aim to provide quick help and guidance during the ongoing crisis.
According to the ministry, airlines resumed operations after the partial opening of airspace in recent days. Both Indian and foreign airlines are operating commercial and non scheduled flights. These services are helping passengers who were in transit or on short visits to return home.
The MEA said, “Following the partial opening of airspace across the region in the last few days, Indian and foreign airlines are operating commercial flights, including non-scheduled flights, to enable the return of Indian passengers who were in transit or on short-term visits in these countries.”
The ministry added that “By now, more than 52,000 Indians have availed of these flights and travelled safely from the Gulf region to India between March 1-7, 32,107 of whom have travelled on Indian carriers. More flights are planned in the coming days.”
Meanwhile, the MEA urged Indians in places without commercial flight operations to contact the nearest embassy or consulate. It said, “In those countries where commercial flight operations are unavailable, Indian nationals are advised to contact the concerned embassy/consulate for information and advice regarding the nearest available commercial flight options.”
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