India is intensifying its efforts to evacuate its citizens from Iran amidst rising tensions in West Asia. Under Operation Sindhu, a special flight recently landed in New Delhi after safely bringing back 292 Indians from Mashhad, Iran. With this successful mission, the total number of Indians evacuated from Iran has now reached 2,295.
Meanwhile, the Indian Air Force is actively conducting rescue operations using C-17 aircraft in Jordan and Egypt. These efforts have resulted in the evacuation of 594 Indian nationals from Israel. The returnees were warmly welcomed in Delhi by the Minister of State, Dr. L Murugan.
Key Highlights of the Evacuation Operations
- Operation Sindhu: Special flights evacuating Indians from Iran.
- Indian Air Force Missions: Use of C-17 aircraft to rescue Indians from West Asia, including Israel.
- Total Evacuations: Over 2,295 from Iran and 594 from Israel.
- Government Support: Active involvement of officials like Minister Dr. L Murugan in welcoming returnees.
This large-scale evacuation underscores the ongoing security concerns in the region and reflects India’s strong commitment to protecting its citizens abroad. The geopolitical situation in West Asia remains volatile due to ongoing political and military conflicts, affecting several countries including India.
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