The Indian government has escalated its security advisory for nationals in Iran, issuing an urgent directive for immediate evacuation through all available transportation methods. This heightened alert comes amid growing instability within the Islamic Republic, prompting New Delhi to take proactive measures for citizen safety.
Citing the ‘evolving security situation’ in Iran, the Indian Embassy in Tehran disseminated comprehensive guidance emphasizing extreme caution. The advisory explicitly instructs Indian citizens and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) to avoid protest zones and demonstration areas while maintaining constant communication with diplomatic channels. Authorities have mandated continuous monitoring of local media developments for real-time security assessments.
Crucially, the embassy emphasized the necessity for all Indian nationals to keep travel and immigration documentation—including passports and identification papers—immediately accessible at all times. This procedural requirement aims to facilitate rapid departure should security conditions deteriorate further.
For emergency assistance, the mission provided dedicated contact resources including four mobile numbers (+989128109115, +989128109109, +989128109102, +989932179359) and a specialized email address (cons.tehran@mea.gov.in). Additionally, unregistered Indian citizens have been instructed to complete mandatory registration through the official portal (https://www.meaers.com/request/home) to ensure consular protection capabilities.
This development occurs alongside regional tensions reflected in recent reports of Iran’s military alert status and contingency planning for leadership scenarios. The evacuation advisory represents one of the most significant security directives issued by India regarding its citizenry in Iran in recent years.