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Seven MBBS students from Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district have been moved to safer locations in Iran amid rising tensions. The Indian Embassy is actively coordinating their safety with the Ministry of External Affairs. Over 1,500 Indian students, mostly from J-K, remain in Iran as evacuation plans are being organized. The district administration assures continuous monitoring while parents express relief over government efforts.

Key Points: Doda MBBS Students in Iran Moved to Safety Amid Israel Conflict

  • Doda administration confirms 7 MBBS students in Iran relocated to safety
  • Indian Embassy coordinating with MEA for student security
  • Over 1,500 J-K students stranded amid Iran-Israel tensions
  • Evacuation plans underway via land and sea routes
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7 students pursuing MBBS currently in Iran moved to safe locations: J-K's Doda DC Harvinder Singh

J-K's Doda DC confirms 7 MBBS students relocated to safe zones in Iran as MEA monitors escalating tensions.

"Seven students from district Doda are pursuing MBBS currently in Iran. Their locations have been traced, and the Indian Embassy is working actively to ensure their safety. – Harvinder Singh, DC Doda"

Doda, June 18

Amid the ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel, the Doda district administration in Jammu and Kashmir confirmed the presence of seven students from the district currently pursuing medical education in Iran.

According to Deputy Commissioner Doda, Harvinder Singh, seven students from district Doda are currently studying in Iran. Their locations have been traced, and the Indian Embassy is actively working to ensure their safety. These students have been relocated to safe areas, providing some relief to their families.

Speaking to ANI, Deputy Commissioner Doda, Harvinder Singh said, "Seven students from district Doda are pursuing MBBS currently in Iran. Their locations have been traced, and the Indian Embassy in Iran is working actively to ensure their safety."

The central government, particularly the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian Embassy in Tehran, is working diligently to ensure the safety of Indian students pursuing MBBS degrees in Iran. Amidst escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, over 1,500 Indian students, primarily from Jammu and Kashmir, are currently stranded in various cities in Iran.

"I personally spoke to one of the parents, and they are satisfied and assured. Given the ongoing conflict in the region, our government is doing everything necessary to ensure the safety of our children," Singh told ANI.

The district administration also assured that it would continue monitoring the situation.

Earlier in the day, Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, said that Tel Aviv is fully coordinated with the Ministry of External Affairs over the evacuation of Indians following the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.

"We are fully coordinated with MEA, and when it comes to requests for Indians to evacuate, we are starting to organise now through our Ministry of Transport," Azar said. "The diplomats and foreign citizens who want to leave, there are a few options, terrestrial and maritime, and we are coordinating that."

Meanwhile, MEA said on Tuesday that Indian students in Tehran have been moved out of the city for reasons of safety, through arrangements made by the Embassy.

Other residents who are self-sufficient in terms of transport have also been advised to move out of the city in view of the developing situation.

Separately, some Indians have been facilitated to leave Iran through the border with Armenia."The Embassy remains continuously in touch with the community with a view to extending all feasible assistance. Further advisories may be issued given the fluid situation," MEA said in its statement.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Good to see our government taking proactive steps for Indian students abroad. Hope all 1500+ students return safely. Our embassies should have emergency evacuation plans ready for all conflict zones. 🙏
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Priya M.
Why do so many students from J&K go to Iran for MBBS? Aren't there enough medical colleges in India? The quality of education there is questionable, and now safety concerns too. Parents should think twice before sending kids to unstable regions.
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Amit S.
Salute to Indian Embassy officials working round the clock! These situations show how important strong diplomatic relations are. Hope our students get home soon. #ProudIndian
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Neha T.
The real issue is the medical education system in India - too few seats, sky-high fees. That's why students risk going to places like Iran. Government should focus on improving our own infrastructure first.
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Sanjay R.
While I appreciate the efforts, why wasn't there better coordination earlier? Many parents must be worried sick. The MEA should maintain a real-time tracking system for Indians in conflict zones. Technology exists!
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Kavita P.
As someone from Doda, I know how hard these families work to send kids abroad for education. This crisis shows we need more medical colleges in J&K. Hope authorities learn the right lessons from this episode.
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Vikram J.
The Israel-Iran conflict is worrying, but India's neutral diplomacy is helping our citizens. Good to see both sides cooperating for evacuation. This is why we need balanced foreign policy

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