Over 600,000 Indians return from West Asia amid tensions
India
With tensions rising between the US Israel, and Iran, over 600,000 Indians have headed back home from West Asia since late February.
The government says community safety is the top priority right now, and airlines are running extra flights to help everyone get back safely.
Special control room aids Indian nationals
Even with airspace restrictions in place, flights from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Oman are still bringing people home.
The MEA is keeping an eye on things to make sure Indians in the Gulf stay connected and supported.
In a related update, an Indian national was injured by drone debris in the U.A.E. but is getting treatment with help from the consulate.
A special control room has also been set up to assist Indian nationals and their families.