New Delhi/Tehran: Even as limited flight operations between the two countries begin to resume, India has issued a fresh advisory urging its citizens “not to travel to Iran” amid continuing regional tensions.
“In view of reports of commencement of some flights between India and Iran, and in continuation of earlier advisories, Indian citizens are strongly advised not to travel to Iran, whether by air or land,” the Embassy of India in Tehran said in a statement.
“Airspace restrictions and operational uncertainties due to regional tensions continue to affect international flight operations to and from Iran,” the embassy said.
Despite the US announcing extension of the ceasefire with Iran, the situation in the Middle East remains tense. Trump has made it clear that Iranian ports will continue to remain blocked, while Tehran has declared closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
“It is further reiterated that all I
ndian nationals currently in Iran should leave the country through designated land border routes, strictly in coordination with the Embassy,” the statement added, as reported by The Times of India.
The embassy shared emergency contact numbers to assist citizens and urged Indians to remain in close touch for guidance and support as the situation evolves.
Iran recently decided to reopen some of its key airports and gradually resume flight operations after weeks of disruption caused by the conflict.
Domestic services have restarted at major airports, including Imam Khomeini International Airport and Mehrabad Airport, with limited international connectivity also being restored.
Permission has now been granted to operate international passenger flights from Mashhad Airport, state media reported.
“Permission to operate international passenger flights at Mashhad Airport has been issued, starting tomorrow,” state TV said on Thursday, quoting the Civil Aviation Organisation.
Since the US and Israel started carrying out strikes on Iran from February 28, the country’s airspace had remained largely shut.
The Indian Embassy also shared emergency contact details for assistance. Indian nationals can reach out on the following mobile numbers:
+989128109115
+989128109109
+989128109102
+989932179359