As volatility grips West Asia and the Gulf, India’s diplomatic machinery is in overdrive, tracking developments with particular attention to stranded Indian travelers. The government has mobilized resources to secure their safe return, issuing urgent advisories across the region.
Indian nationals are advised to heed directives from local governments and stay tuned to communications from Indian embassies and consulates at their location. Each mission has disseminated in-depth safety protocols and activated 24/7 helplines to help navigate the precarious environment.
Complementing these efforts, a specialized control room at the MEA is fielding questions from those impacted and their loved ones, ensuring real-time assistance.
The partial resumption of airspaces has been a game-changer. Commercial flights by Indian and international airlines, including non-scheduled ones, are now ferrying people back. From March 1-7, 2026, more than 52,000 Indians have made it back to India safely, including 32,107 on domestic airlines. Plans are underway for additional flights to clear the backlog swiftly.
In regions lacking direct flights, citizens should reach out to the closest Indian diplomatic post for tailored evacuation advice.
The welfare of Indians overseas is paramount for New Delhi, which continues to collaborate closely with host nations to provide comprehensive support during this crisis.