Indian Embassy advisory: Leave Iran immediately
- The Indian Embassy asked students, pilgrims, businesspersons, and tourists to leave Iran using all available transport, including commercial flights.
- Citizens were instructed to:
- Keep passports and immigration documents ready
- Stay in contact with the embassy for assistance
- Follow official updates closely
- Helpline numbers and emergency support have been made available.
This advisory reflects growing concern about possible military escalation and internal instability.
Student protests erupt across Iranian universities
- Anti-government protests have intensified at several universities, especially in Tehran.
- Major demonstrations were reported at:
- Sharif University of Technology
- Other educational institutions in Tehran
- Students chanted anti-government slogans and clashed with security forces and pro-government supporters.
- Social media footage verified by international media showed confrontations near university campuses.
These protests are linked to economic hardships, political dissatisfaction, and tensions with the United States.
Rising tensions increase safety risks
The advisory comes amid multiple risk factors:
- Threat of potential US military action against Iran
- Large-scale US military deployment in the Middle East
- Iran’s warning that any attack would trigger retaliation
- Growing domestic unrest and protests
- Increasing uncertainty about safety and transportation
Why India issued the advisory
India often issues evacuation advisories when there is risk of:
- War or military conflict
- Civil unrest and protests
- Airspace closures or transport disruptions
- Threats to foreign nationals
Such advisories are precautionary and meant to protect Indian citizens.
What Indian nationals in Iran should do
According to embassy guidance, Indians should:
- Leave Iran immediately if possible
- Monitor official embassy updates
- Keep documents ready
- Avoid protest areas and public gatherings
- Stay in contact with Indian authorities