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Kashmiri Families Plead for Student Evacuation Amid Israel-Iran Conflict

Families in Srinagar have gathered to urgently appeal for the evacuation of Kashmiri students stranded in Iran as conflict escalates between Israel and Iran. Parents express gratitude for initial relocation efforts by Indian authorities but emphasize that the entire country remains a danger zone. Meanwhile, the Maharashtra government has intensified efforts and set up helplines, with officials expecting stranded Indians to return within days. The conflict, which began with US and Israeli strikes, has seen Iran retaliate with missiles and drones across the region.

Key Points: Kashmiri Families Urge Evacuation of Students from Iran Conflict

  • Families appeal for evacuation
  • Students relocated to safer zones in Iran
  • Maharashtra govt monitors situation
  • Conflict began with US-Israeli strikes
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Kashmiri families urge govt to evacuate stranded students amid Israel-Iran conflict

Parents in Srinagar appeal to the Indian government for the immediate evacuation of students stranded in Iran as the West Asia conflict intensifies.

"Every inch of Iran is under fire... We want our children to be evacuated safely. - Suhail Muzamil Qadri"

Srinagar, March 4

Many families gathered in Srinagar on Wednesday to make an appeal to the government for the immediate evacuation of Kashmiri students currently stranded in Iran. As the West Asia conflict intensifies, parents, including Suhail Muzamil Qadri, are calling for a swift rescue mission, even as the Indian Embassy begins shifting students to safer zones.

Stranded student's parent, Suhail Muzamil Qadri, speaking to ANI, said, "We thank the Ministry of External Affairs, Prime Minister and Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir for their efforts in relocating our children to a safer zone from Tehran. But every inch of Iran is under fire. Students, Businessmen, and Pilgrims stranded there are at high risk. We want our children to be evacuated safely. We are even ready to pay for their ticket fare."

On Indian students' safe evacuation from Iran amid growing West Asia conflict, a Kashmiri student's parent, Mohammed Anwar, told ANI, "My daughter is in the final year of MBBS. We highly appreciate the efforts of the Indian Embassy in Tehran for relocating them safely. But it is our hand-folded request to the Ministry of External Affairs to evacuate them at the earliest."

Meanwhile, the Maharashtra government has intensified efforts to ensure the safe return of Indian nationals stranded in various Middle-Eastern countries.

Maharashtra Minister Girish Mahajan on Wednesday said that the situation is expected to stabilise within the next two days, while assuring that the state government and Centre are closely monitoring developments.

Speaking to the reporters, Mahajan said, "The situation will be normal in 2 days. Prime Minister Modi, as well as CM Devendra Fadnavis, are both monitoring the situation. As part of my department work, I have talked to various people and consoled them... We will try to bring everyone back in the next 2-3 days... We have issued a website and a helpline number for the convenience of the people..."

Earlier today, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said that the state government is expecting the Indians stranded in West Asia amid the conflict to return in the next two to three days.

This came amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, which began with US and Israeli strikes against Iran on February 28. Iran has also retaliated by launching ballistic missiles and drones at US assets and allies across the region, including Israel, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Jordan, further widening the conflict.

- ANI

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Priya S
My heart goes out to the parents. Can't imagine the anxiety they must be feeling. The MEA and our embassies are doing good work, but in a war zone, relocation within the country isn't enough. They need to be flown back home, ASAP.
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Michael C
While the government's efforts are commendable, the statement that "the situation will be normal in 2 days" seems overly optimistic given the scale of the conflict. We need concrete evacuation plans, not just assurances. The safety of every Indian citizen abroad is paramount.
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Rohit P
It's good that Maharashtra has set up a helpline. Other state governments should also proactively reach out to families. Many students from Punjab, Kerala, and other states are also there. This needs a coordinated national effort.
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Sarah B
The parent saying they are ready to pay for the ticket fare is so telling. No family should have to bear that cost in an emergency evacuation from a conflict zone. The government should facilitate and fund the return completely.
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Karthik V
Jai Hind. Our government has a strong track record. I'm confident under PM Modi's leadership, all Indians will be brought home safely. We have the capability and the will. Stay strong, families!

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