India is actively providing assistance to its nationals in Iran while addressing concerns regarding shipping safety and energy security amidst the ongoing conflict in West Asia, as per the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The MEA highlighted that numerous Indian citizens have already returned home, with ongoing support for those looking to depart. Indian nationals in Iran, totaling around 9,000 including students, seafarers, businesspeople, professionals, and pilgrims, are being aided by the ministry.
The MEA spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, mentioned during a media briefing in New Delhi that efforts are being made to assist Indian nationals who wish to travel to Azerbaijan and Armenia for their return journey. The ministry is facilitating visas and border crossings for those seeking to take commercial flights back to India. Jaiswal emphasized the importance of adhering to the advisory issued by the Indian Embassy in Tehran for those planning to leave Iran via land borders.
Responding to queries about vessel movements in the Strait of Hormuz, the MEA spokesperson stated that the External Affairs Minister of India and the Foreign Minister of Iran have been in discussions regarding shipping safety and India’s energy security. The recent interactions between the two countries reflect India’s active diplomatic engagement amidst the escalating tensions involving Iran, the United States, and Israel.
