Amid tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the US, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde took action to assist Indians stuck in the UAE. The closure of airspace in the Middle East left many Indians, including Maharashtrians, stranded in Dubai. Deputy CM Shinde arranged two special Star Air flights to bring back 164 passengers to Mumbai.
Scheduled takeoffs from Fujairah Airport include Flight VTGSO at 3:30 PM and Flight VTGSH at 4:30 PM. The group of passengers includes 84 students from Pune’s Indira School of Business Studies and residents from various parts of Maharashtra. Deputy CM Shinde personally reassured the stranded citizens of their safety and promised to bring them back home securely.
Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar also assured the citizens of Maharashtra of their safety. She emphasized the state government’s commitment to ensuring the safe return of all stranded citizens. The Maharashtra government, in collaboration with the Dubai-based Indian People’s Forum, set up a special WhatsApp helpline for those needing assistance and coordination.
Efforts are underway to provide necessary assistance and guidance to the stranded citizens. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is actively involved in coordinating efforts and maintaining contact with the central government. The state government, along with the Indian People’s Forum in Dubai, has issued a WhatsApp helpline number for citizens in need of help.
