India's Mega-Rescue: 52,000 Citizens Return from West Asia Amidst Chaos

• Indian government closely monitoring West Asia and Gulf situation, prioritizing citizen safety with a dedicated control room in Delhi.
• New advisory for Indians: follow local authorities, use 24x7 embassy helplines, check websites, avoid unnecessary movement.
• Over 52,000 Indians safely returned between March 1 and March 7, 2026, after airspace partially reopened, including 32,107 via Indian airlines.
• More special flights are planned; those with cancelled flights should register with embassies for alternative routes and assistance.
• Government is coordinating with Gulf countries and airlines to ensure smooth repatriation and address logistical issues.