Amid escalating protests in Iran, several Indian nationals have safely returned to India, sharing accounts of worsening conditions, internet shutdowns, and street demonstrations. Returnees credited the Indian government and the Indian Embassy in Tehran for timely advisories and evacuation support.
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New Delhi: Amidst the ongoing widespread protests and deteriorating situation in Iran, several Indian citizens returned safely to India on Friday. Indians and their families who arrived at the Delhi airport described the situation there as "very bad" and "war-like." They expressed gratitude to the central government, the Ministry of External Affairs, and the Indian Embassy for their timely assistance and safe return.
An Indian citizen who returned from Iran said that the situation was worsening day by day. He said, "The internet was down, and protests were taking place everywhere. The Indian government was very supportive. The embassy advised us to leave the country in time." Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he said that the safe return was possible only because of the government's promptness.
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Another Indian said that they had gone to Iran for work. Initially, the situation was normal, but later network problems and the presence of protesters on the streets increased the difficulties.
An Indian who had been to Iran for a month said that problems had increased in the last one or two weeks. “Whenever we went out, protesters would block our way. Due to the internet shutdown, we were unable to contact our families, which caused a lot of worry,” he said.
The family of a woman returning from Tehran said that Iran has always been a friend of India, but the current situation was frightening. “We trust the Modi government. It was because of their continued support that our family member was able to return safely,” they said.
Another family member said that his sister-in-law, mother, aunt, father, and sister are returning to India on different flights. The family was extremely worried after not being able to contact them for several days, but now they are relieved by their safe return.
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The Indian Embassy in Tehran advised citizens, students, businessmen, pilgrims, and tourists to leave Iran using available means. The Ministry of External Affairs also warned against traveling to Iran and urged Indians living there to remain vigilant and not participate in any protests.
Protests in Iran began on December 28th in Tehran's Grand Bazaar. The primary reason was the Iranian rial's record low. Later, the protests spread across the country. Serious factors such as water shortages, power outages, rising unemployment, and inflation are being cited as contributing factors to the currency crisis, further exacerbating the tensions.
