New Delhi: India has established a special control room in New Delhi to assist its citizens as tensions intensify across West Asia following large scale military strikes and retaliatory attacks in the region. The facility has been set up at the Ministry of External Affairs to coordinate support and respond to concerns from Indian nationals.
The control room will function daily from 9 am to 9 pm Indian time. Citizens can reach it through a toll free number 1800118797 or via dedicated landline numbers 91 11 23012113, 91 11 23014104 and 91 11 23017905. Emergency contact details of Indian missions in Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel and the United Arab Emirates have also been activated to provide immediate assistance.
The move comes in the wake of escalating hostilities after coordinated United States and Israeli air strikes on Iran on February 28. Subsequent retaliatory actions by Tehran have included missile and drone attacks across parts of the Gulf, with interceptions reported over Kuwait, Bahrain and the UAE. The developments have led to temporary airspace closures and casualties, heightening concerns for civilians and expatriate communities.
The situation was reviewed by the Cabinet Committee on Security, which met under the leadership of Narendra Modi. The committee was briefed on the evolving security environment and the implications for Indian nationals living in the region. It conveyed serious concern regarding the safety of the large Indian expatriate population.
Prime Minister Modi reiterated that India remains committed to peace and stability and supports resolving disputes through dialogue and diplomacy. He emphasized that the government will continue working closely with regional authorities to safeguard Indian citizens.
With tensions showing little sign of easing, the government’s focus remains on monitoring developments and ensuring timely assistance to Indians affected by the crisis.
