Indian Govt Evacuates Indian, Sri Lankan, and Nepalese Nationals from Iran
In a significant move to ensure the safety of its citizens, the Indian government has evacuated 281 Indian, 3 Sri Lankan, and 2 Nepalese nationals from war-hit Iran. This development comes as a relief to the families of these nationals who were stranded in the conflict-ridden country.
According to a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, the evacuees arrived in New Delhi on a special flight from Mashhad, a city in Iran, at 1500 hours on June 24. This marks the latest in a series of evacuations carried out by the Indian government under Operation Sindhu, which has so far seen the evacuation of a total of 2576 Indian nationals from Iran.
The evacuation effort was carried out in collaboration with the Iranian authorities, who provided necessary assistance to ensure the safe passage of the evacuees. The Indian Embassy in Tehran played a crucial role in coordinating the evacuation process, working closely with local authorities and other stakeholders to ensure the safe and timely departure of the evacuees.
The evacuees, who included women, children, and senior citizens, were reportedly in good health and spirits upon arrival in New Delhi. They were greeted by officials from the MEA, the Indian Embassy in Tehran, and other government agencies, who provided them with necessary assistance and support.
The evacuation of Indian, Sri Lankan, and Nepalese nationals from Iran is a testament to the strong diplomatic ties between the governments of these countries and their commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of their citizens. The Indian government’s efforts to evacuate its nationals from Iran have been ongoing since the conflict began, with the first evacuation flight taking place on May 11.
The evacuees have been provided with necessary assistance, including medical care, food, and shelter, to help them adjust to their new surroundings. They have also been offered counseling and other forms of support to help them cope with the trauma and stress of being stranded in a conflict zone.
The evacuation of Indian, Sri Lankan, and Nepalese nationals from Iran is a significant development in the ongoing crisis, which has seen the conflict escalate in recent weeks. The Indian government’s efforts to evacuate its nationals from the conflict zone are a testament to its commitment to ensuring their safety and well-being, and to its strong diplomatic ties with other countries.
In a statement, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “The evacuees have been provided with necessary assistance, including medical care, food, and shelter, to help them adjust to their new surroundings. They are being given counseling and other forms of support to help them cope with the trauma and stress of being stranded in a conflict zone.”
The Indian government has been working closely with other countries, including Sri Lanka and Nepal, to ensure the safe evacuation of their nationals from Iran. The evacuation effort has been carried out in collaboration with local authorities, and has seen the safe passage of thousands of nationals from these countries.
The evacuation of Indian, Sri Lankan, and Nepalese nationals from Iran is a significant development in the ongoing crisis, and is a testament to the strong diplomatic ties between these countries and their commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of their citizens.
