India on Monday advised all its nationals residing in Iran to leave the country by all available means of transport, including commercial flights, in view of the evolving security situation.
The Embassy of India, Tehran issued a fresh advisory amid renewed protests in Tehran and growing fears of potential US military strikes on the Gulf nation. The protests, led by students at several universities, mark the first such agitation since last month’s crackdown by authorities.
According to official estimates released in January, over 10,000 Indians, including students, are currently living in Iran.
“In continuation of the advisory issued by the Government of India on January 5 and in view of the evolving situation in Iran, Indian nationals who are currently in Iran — students, pilgrims, business persons and tourists — are advised to leave Iran by available means of transport, including commercial flights,” the embassy said.
The mission also urged all Indian citizens and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) to exercise due caution, avoid areas witnessing protests or demonstrations, and remain in contact with the embassy.
“All Indian nationals in Iran are requested to keep their travel and immigration documents, including passports and identity cards, readily available,” the advisory added, while asking those in need of assistance to contact the Indian Embassy.
