In a statement that brings relief to families back home, the Indian government confirmed Saturday that every Indian seafarer in West Asia and the Gulf is out of harm’s way. No adverse events linked to Indian ships have surfaced in the past day.
DG Shipping’s repatriation drive has successfully brought back more than 2,487 sailors, with 34 more landing safely from Gulf spots in the last 24 hours, as per the Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry.
India’s ports hum with normal activity—no queues, no hitches. The Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Ministry has rolled out robust safety protocols for vessels and personnel in the region, working hand-in-glove with foreign affairs teams, embassies, and maritime bodies to keep things running smoothly.
External Affairs keeps a sharp eye on Gulf dynamics, pushing out advisories packed with info on rules, flights, and help desks. Embassies stay plugged into local Indian networks for swift support.
Air travel persists where skies are clear: 10.68 lakh travelers have flown into India from West Asia post-February 28. UAE-India routes see limited extra flights, eyeing 110 today, alongside steady services from Saudi and Oman hubs.
Tehran’s Indian mission has evacuated 2,373 compatriots through Armenia and Azerbaijan routes—including over 1,000 students and nearly 700 fishermen. India stands ready, watching every angle to shield its people overseas.
