Over 550 Indians move to Armenia with embassy assistance: MEA
The Indian Embassy in Iran on Monday advised Indian nationals in the country not to approach or attempt to cross any land borders without prior coordination with the Embassy.
In a statement, the Embassy reiterated its advisory issued on March 9, urging Indian citizens to avoid uncoordinated travel towards border areas.
The Embassy said Indian nationals attempting to leave Iran through land borders without prior information and guidance from the Mission could face serious logistical and immigration difficulties.
It added that assistance may not be possible once individuals move outside Iranian territory without prior coordination with the Embassy.
The Mission said it remains in regular contact with members of the Indian community in Iran and is making coordinated arrangements wherever necessary.
Indian nationals have been urged to remain in touch with official channels and strictly follow the advisories issued by the Embassy before undertaking any travel.
Earlier, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the government is closely monitoring the situation concerning Indian nationals in Iran and that their safety and well-being remain a top priority.
According to the MEA, over 550 Indian nationals have crossed into Armenia through land borders with assistance from the Embassy in Tehran, while more than 90 others have crossed into Azerbaijan.
The Embassy in Tehran continues to remain fully operational and has also relocated Indian students from locations outside Tehran to safer places within the country in recent days, officials said.
-ANI
