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India Issues Emergency Advisories For Nationals In Iran And Israel Amid Escalating Conflict
ABP Live News | June 14, 2025 4:11 PM CST

As tensions between Iran and Israel escalate into one of the most dangerous confrontations in the region’s recent history, the Indian government has issued urgent advisories for its citizens residing in the affected areas.

Emergency Contacts for Indian Nationals in Iran

Responding to the rapidly deteriorating security situation in Iran, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has urged all Indian nationals and persons of Indian origin currently in Iran to exercise caution and reach out if they require assistance. Randhir Jaiswal, the official spokesperson for the MEA, posted on social media platform X: “Indian nationals & persons of Indian origin in Iran who need help may contact on the emergency numbers of the Embassy of India in Iran.”

The Embassy of India in Tehran also issued a formal advisory:

“In view of the current situation in Iran, all Indian nationals and persons of Indian origin are requested to remain vigilant, avoid all unnecessary movements, follow the Embassy’s social media accounts, and observe safety protocols as advised by local authorities.”

Emergency Contact Numbers for Indian Embassy in Iran:
+98 9128109115

+98 9128109109

Advisory for Indian Nationals in Israel

Amid intensifying hostilities in the region, the Indian Embassy in Israel has released a separate advisory urging Indian nationals to remain cautious and follow all safety guidelines issued by Israeli authorities.

Advisory (Dated June 14, 2025):

“In view of the prevailing situation in the region, all Indian nationals in Israel are advised to stay vigilant and adhere to the safety protocols as advised by the Israeli authorities and Home Front Command.”

The advisory also recommends avoiding non-essential travel and remaining close to safety shelters. 24x7 Emergency Helpline (Embassy of India in Israel):

Flight Disruptions Due to Closed Airspace

India's leading airline, IndiGo, has issued a travel advisory noting delays and extended flight durations due to the closure of airspace over Iran, Iraq, and surrounding regions.
In a statement posted on X, IndiGo said:
“Airspace over Iran and surrounding areas continues to be unavailable. Certain flight paths may need adjustments, leading to extended travel durations or delays. We recommend checking your flight status on our website or app before heading to the airport.”

Overview of the Ongoing Conflict

The advisories come in the wake of a significant military escalation in the Middle East. On Friday, Israel launched its most extensive military operation against Iran to date, targeting key nuclear facilities and killing several high-ranking officials and scientists.
Among those reported killed were:

  • General Hossein Salami, commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard
  • General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces
  • Six senior nuclear scientists

Iran retaliated with a barrage of missile and rocket attacks on Tel Aviv, and explosions were also reported in Jerusalem and several other cities. Israeli defense forces confirmed intercepting more than 100 drones launched by Iran.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, condemned the Israeli attacks as an act of war and accused Israel of targeting residential areas. In contrast, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the operation was aimed at dismantling Iran’s ruling regime and emphasized that the conflict was not with the Iranian people but with what he described as a “brutal dictatorship.”

The severity and scale of the strikes, as well as the casualties among senior Iranian leadership, have raised fears of a broader regional war involving multiple state and non-state actors.

What Indian Nationals Should Do

  • Follow all official embassy advisories and local government directives
  • Avoid unnecessary movement and stay indoors whenever possible
  • Keep emergency contact numbers saved and accessible
  • Monitor updates via official embassy social media channels
  • Postpone non-essential travel to and within the region

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