Iran-Israel conflict: Indian embassy in Iran asks Indian nationals to stay in contact; shares helpline numbers
NEW DELHI: Amid heightened tensions in the Middle East between two regional powers, Israel and Iran, the embassy of India in Iran on Sunday shared helpline numbers and created a Telegram link to stay in touch with Indian nationals currently in Iran.In a series of posts on X, the Embassy informed that the Telegram link is “ONLY” for Indian citizens who are in Iran.“Indians in Iran are requested to join the following link to receive updates on the situation from the Embassy of India,” the Embassy said.“We request everyone in Iran to join the below given Telegram Link to receive updates on the situation from the Embassy. Kindly note that this Telegram Link is ONLY for those Indian Nationals who are currently in Iran,” it added.The Embassy also advised Indians in Iran to “avoid all unnecessary movements in Iran” and to follow the Embassy’s social media handles for updates. It shared several contact numbers for communication.Earlier, on Friday, the embassy advised all Indian nationals and persons of Indian origin to remain cautious amid Israel’s attack on Iran. In a post on X, the embassy said, “In view of the current situation in Iran, all Indian nationals and persons of Indian origin in Iran are requested to remain vigilant, avoid all unnecessary movements, follow the Embassy’s social media accounts and observe safety protocols as advised by local authorities.”Israel carried out airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities in what it called “Operation Rising Lion.” In response, Iran launched ballistic missiles at cities in Israel.
