March 9, 2026 10:37 AM
Over 52,000 Indians return safely from Gulf amid Iran war: MEA
More than 52,000 Indians have returned safely from the Gulf region between March 1 and 7 as the conflict involving Iran continues to disrupt travel across West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Sunday. Of these, 32,107 passengers travelled on Indian carriers, the ministry said. “India is continuously monitoring the evolving situation in West Asia and the Gulf region, especially with regard to the welfare of Indian nationals who have been stranded there during transit or on...