More flights from Gulf to India as regional travel stabilises
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New Delhi: The flight situation from the Gulf region to India is steadily improving, with around 90 non-scheduled flights expected to arrive from the United Arab Emirates on Sunday, according to an official statement.
Flights are also operating to India from multiple airports in Saudi Arabia and Oman, while airspace in Qatar is partially open, allowing approximately eight to ten flights to arrive during the day.
Although airspace over Kuwait and Bahrain remains closed, flights are being routed via Dammam in Saudi Arabia. Travel from Iran to India is being facilitated through Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Similarly, travel from Israel is being arranged via Egypt and Jordan, while passengers from Iraq are being routed through Jordan and Saudi Arabia.
In a separate development, the mortal remains of an Indian seafarer who was killed in an attack on a ship off the coast of Oman have been brought back to India, with authorities extending all necessary assistance to the bereaved family.
Meanwhile, Indian Missions and Posts across the region remain in close contact with the Indian community, continuing to issue advisories and provide assistance for their safety and well-being, the Ministry of External Affairs said.
A total of 345 Indian fishermen stranded in Iran returned home on Saturday. The Indian Embassy in Tehran facilitated their movement from southern Iran to Armenia, from where they boarded flights to Chennai.
The Ministry of External Affairs said it is closely monitoring the evolving situation in the Gulf and West Asia, with the safety, security and welfare of Indian nationals as the top priority. A dedicated control room remains operational, ensuring regular coordination with states, Union Territories, and Indian Missions.
Indian Missions and Posts are operating round-the-clock helplines, issuing advisories, and engaging with Indian community associations, companies, and local authorities. Assistance being provided includes visa services, consular support, transit facilitation, and logistical arrangements.
The welfare of Indian students in the region is also a priority, with Missions coordinating with local authorities, Indian schools, education boards, and the National Testing Agency to address academic concerns.
Missions are also maintaining constant contact with Indian crew members on vessels, offering consular support, facilitating communication with families, and assisting with requests for return.
With IANS inputs