Indians Return Amid Iranian Turmoil: Silent Resilience and Government Guidance

Several Indians, including students, returned from Iran via commercial flights amid the nation's protests and state crackdowns resulting in over 2,500 deaths. Despite communication disruptions in Iran, Indian nationals received assurances from the Indian Embassy. The External Affairs Ministry has advised citizens to avoid travel to Iran.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 17-01-2026 16:03 IST | Created: 17-01-2026 16:03 IST
Indians Return Amid Iranian Turmoil: Silent Resilience and Government Guidance
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Several Indians have returned to India amid escalating protests in Iran. The commercial flights landed in Delhi late on Friday, transporting students and other nationals away from the chaos where over 2,500 lives have been lost.

While some described the situation as calm in specific areas, others pointed to widespread Internet disruptions. However, the Indian Embassy in Tehran has maintained consistent communication with nationals, assuaging fears and advising people to leave.

The External Affairs Ministry reported about 9,000 Indians reside in Iran, with recent advisories urging citizens to avoid travel. India is committed to ensuring the safety of its nationals abroad, closely monitoring developments in the region rocked by economic and political unrest.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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