Amid rising tensions between Iran and Israel, India has begun evacuating its citizens, particularly students, from Iran. At least 100 Indian students from Urmia, including around 90 from Jammu and Kashmir, have safely crossed the border into Armenia and are awaiting repatriation to India. Their flight to Delhi is scheduled for tomorrow.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that Indian students in Tehran have been moved out of the city with the help of arrangements made by the Indian Embassy, citing growing safety concerns. Indian nationals with personal transport have been advised to evacuate Tehran on their own. Some have already crossed the border into Armenia with assistance from authorities.
Nasir Khuehami, national convener of the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association, confirmed the safe passage of students from Urmia Medical University and stated that they are currently en route to Yerevan, the capital of Armenia.
There are approximately 10,000 Indians in Iran, including nearly 6,000 students. The Embassy of India in Tehran remains in continuous contact with the Indian community to provide all possible support. Additionally, a control room has been established in New Delhi, and 24×7 emergency helplines have been activated in Tehran, Bandar Abbas, and Zahedan to assist Indians in need.
