Amid escalating Middle East tensions, India’s Ministry of External Affairs provided crucial travel advisory on Sunday. Iran’s airspace has partially reopened for cargo and charter operations, but Indians are cautioned against visiting. Stranded nationals are advised to use land borders, supported by the Tehran embassy, which has already helped 2,445 people leave.
Positive developments include Israel’s open airspace enabling limited connecting flights to India. UAE carriers are running restricted commercial flights to India with safety protocols, anticipating 110 services today. Flights from Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Iraq persist, offering vital links for Indians returning home.
Qatar Airways navigates partial airspace closure to serve Indian routes. Jazeera and Kuwait Airways resume from Kuwait, Gulf Air from Bahrain, providing options despite challenges.
India’s diplomatic network is actively engaging communities—unions, firms, and professionals—while aiding ship crews through local coordination and repatriation facilitation. From February 28, 1.296 million travelers have made their way back to India.
24/7 helplines and frequent advisories keep citizens informed on regulations, aviation updates, and support services. This coordinated response highlights robust consular machinery ensuring safety and smooth returns in a volatile region.
