India has successfully evacuated over 3,000 of its nationals from Iran and Israel amidst rising tensions in West Asia. The government initiated ‘Operation Sindhu’ to assist Indian citizens wishing to leave the region. The Ministry of External Affairs has confirmed the continuation of these evacuation efforts.
Details of the Evacuation
- A special flight from Mashhad, Iran, recently brought back 292 Indians safely to New Delhi.
- So far, 2,295 Indians have been repatriated from Iran under Operation Sindhu.
- The Indian Air Force utilized C-17 aircraft, completing evacuation missions in Jordan and Egypt.
- A total of 594 Indian nationals have been evacuated from Israel.
Government Efforts and Support
Minister of State for External Affairs, Dr. L Murugan, personally welcomed the returnees in Delhi, emphasizing the government’s dedication to citizen safety during these challenging circumstances. Travel routes involved land border crossings from Israel followed by air travel back to India.
Significance and Ongoing Monitoring
This extensive evacuation demonstrates India’s proactive stance in protecting its citizens amid escalating conflicts between Iran and Israel. The government continues to closely monitor the regional situation and facilitates safe passage for all remaining nationals.
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