Tehran [Iran], February 23 (ANI): The Embassy of India in Iran on Monday issued an advisory urging Indian nationals to leave the country through available means of transport, including commercial flights, in view of the evolving security situation and ongoing nationwide anti-government protests.
In an official statement, the Embassy said the advisory follows earlier notices issued on January 5 and reiterated on January 14, 2026.
“In view of the evolving situation in Iran, Indian nationals who are currently in Iran — including students, pilgrims, businesspersons, and tourists — are advised to leave Iran by available means of transport, including commercial flights,” the statement read.
The Embassy further advised all Indian citizens and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) in Iran to exercise due caution, avoid areas witnessing protests or demonstrations, remain in close contact with the Embassy, and regularly monitor local media for updates.
The advisory comes after thousands of Iranian students staged anti-government protests at universities in Tehran and other cities for a second consecutive day on Sunday, as campuses reopened a month after deadly nationwide unrest, according to Al Jazeera.
The Embassy also urged Indian nationals to keep their travel and immigration documents, including passports and identification papers, readily accessible at all times. It assured that assistance would be extended to those facing difficulties.
“The emergency contact helplines of the Indian Embassy are provided below: Mobile numbers: +989128109115; +989128109109; +989128109102; +989932179359. Email: [email protected],” the statement said.
“All Indian nationals who are in Iran and who have not registered with the Indian Embassy on the link are requested to do so (https://www.meaers.com/request/home). The link is also available on the Embassy website. In case any Indian national is unable to register due to internet disruptions in Iran, their families in India are requested to do so,” it added.
According to Al Jazeera, the recent demonstrations follow violent crackdowns earlier this year, during which thousands were reportedly killed, particularly on the nights of January 8 and 9, when authorities imposed a nationwide communications blackout.
The renewed protests come amid heightened tensions, with Iran also facing the risk of further escalation involving the United States and Israel.
Major higher education institutions in the capital, including the University of Tehran, Sharif University of Technology, Amirkabir University of Technology, and Shahid Beheshti University, witnessed significant student participation in protests on Sunday.
Scuffles reportedly broke out between anti-establishment students and those supporting the country’s theocratic system, many of whom were said to be linked to the paramilitary Basij, which operates under the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), according to Al Jazeera.
Areas surrounding the campuses saw a heavy deployment of armed security personnel.
Al Jazeera reported that tens of thousands of people, including schoolchildren and university students, have been detained during and after the nationwide demonstrations. However, Iranian authorities have not released comprehensive figures on the number of arrests. (ANI)
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