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India to Evacuate Nationals From Protest-Hit Iran, Says MEA
- On Thursday, the Jammu and Kashmir Government appointed Additional Resident Commissioner Anil Sharma as nodal officer to coordinate with the MEA and Indian Embassy in Iran for documentation and welfare support.
- Amid rising unrest in Iran, reports suggest a death toll of over 3,400, prompting concern for students and families from Jammu and Kashmir.
- The JKSA reported that all students were registered, the Indian embassy in Iran collected passports, and helpline numbers 1800-8900-166 and 0094-2501955 were issued for families.
- The first flight is scheduled for Friday, January 16, 2026, and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar assured steps to safeguard Jammu and Kashmir students.
- India has advised nationals in Iran to leave by available means and avoid further travel, the nodal officer will serve as a single contact point amid rumours, and officials warned of documentation and travel planning challenges.
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Amidst the increasing tension in Iran, the Indian government has prepared a 'Continuity Plan' to evacuate its citizens trapped there. According to government sources, the first batch of Indians can be brought home on 16 January.
Swift Evacuation Efforts Underway: Jammu and Kashmir Students Stranded in Iran
The Jammu and Kashmir government has appointed a nodal officer to oversee the safe return of residents and students from the unrest in Iran. As tensions escalate, the first batch of students is expected to return to India soon. The move follows extensive coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs.
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