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Omar Abdullah Speaks to Jaishankar on Safety of Indians Stranded in Iran

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah spoke with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar regarding the safety of Indians, particularly students from J&K, stranded in Iran amid the volatile situation. Jaishankar shared the ministry's assessment and plans to safeguard their interests and lives. Earlier, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti also urged the MEA to ensure the safe return of thousands of stranded Indian students. The Indian Embassy in Tehran has advised all Indian nationals to leave Iran by available means and provided emergency contact details.

Key Points: India's Plan for Indians in Iran Amid Turmoil | Latest Updates

  • CM Omar Abdullah spoke to EAM Jaishankar
  • Safety plans for Indians in Iran shared
  • Embassy advises immediate departure
  • Mehbooba Mufti also urged action
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J-K: CM Omar Abdullah speaks to EAM S. Jaishankar over safety of stranded Indians in Iran

J&K CM Omar Abdullah discusses safety plans with EAM Jaishankar for stranded Indians in Iran. Get embassy advisory and latest developments.

"I'm grateful for his assurance that all steps will be taken to safeguard the interests & lives of students & other people from J&K - Omar Abdullah"

New Delhi, January 15

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday shared insights from his conversation with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar regarding the safety of Indians stranded in Iran.

The Chief Minister informed that the EAM shared the plans that the ministry is currently working on.

"Just spoke to EAM @DrSJaishankar ji about the evolving situation in Iran. He shared his assessment of the ground situation & the plans that the External Affairs Ministry is working on," the CM wrote in a post on X.

He further expressed his gratitude after Jaishankar assured the safety of people from Jammu and Kashmir stuck in Iran amid turmoil.

"I'm grateful for his assurance that all steps will be taken to safeguard the interests & lives of students & other people from J&K who are in Iran now," he stated.

Earlier today, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti urged the Minister of External Affairs (MEA) and External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, to ensure the safe return of stranded Indian students in Iran amid the rising turmoil and protests.

In a post on X, Mufti expressed concerns over the safety of thousands of Indian students currently stuck in Iran.

"Thousands of students from across the country including Kashmir are stranded in Iran amid the present volatile situation. This has triggered deep fear and anxiety with anguished parents desperately worried about their children's safety. Urge @DrSJaishankar and @MEAIndia to intervene urgently and ensure their safe return," she wrote on X.

Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Tehran has advised Indian nationals currently in Iran to leave the country at the earliest.

"In continuation of the advisory issued by the Government of India on January 5, 2025, and in view of the evolving situation in Iran, Indian nationals who are currently in Iran (students, pilgrims, business persons and tourists) are advised to leave Iran by available means of transport, including commercial flights," it said.

The advisory reiterated that all Indian citizens and PIOs should exercise due caution and "avoid areas of protests or demonstrations, stay in contact with the Indian Embassy in Iran and monitor local media for any developments."

"All Indian nationals in Iran are requested to also have their travel and immigration documents, including passports and IDs, readily available with them. They are requested to contact the Indian Embassy for any assistance in this regard," the advisory noted.

The embassy also provided emergency contact helplines.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good step by the CM. But honestly, the advisory to leave should have come sooner. Parents must be going through hell. The embassy needs to ensure there are enough flights and support for students to actually get out.
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David E
Watching from the US. India's diplomatic outreach in volatile regions is always impressive. Coordinating the safe exit of citizens from a complex situation like Iran is no small task. Kudos to the MEA teams on the ground.
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Ananya R
My cousin is a medical student there. The family WhatsApp group is full of panic. This news gives some hope, but we need action, not just assurances. Please arrange special flights if needed. #BringThemHome
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Suresh O
It's good that Jaishankar ji is directly involved. He has handled such crises before. Students must follow the embassy advice strictly and not take any risks. Safety first, studies can continue later.
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Kriti O
While the concern is genuine, I feel our media and leaders sometimes create more panic. The advisory is clear, the helplines are there. Let's trust the process and not spread more anxiety. The government is on it.

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