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6 hours ago
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Are Indian students in Iran safe as conflict with Israel escalates?
As tensions escalate between Israel and Iran, Indian students are desperate to return, with many asking the government to arrange their safe evacuation before things take a turn for the worse. While the Indian Embassy is now relocating them to safer areas, students described being jolted awake by explosions and feared for their lives. There are currently around 6,000 Indian students in Iran, most enrolled in medical universities read more A man looks at flames rising from an oil storage facility after it appeared to have been struck by an Israeli strike in Tehran, Iran, early Sunday. File image/AP As tensions between Israel and Iran reach a boiling point, thousands of Indian students in Iran now find themselves in an increasingly dangerous and uncertain situation. Most of these students, many of whom are pursuing medical degrees, are growing anxious by the day. With the situation worsening, they are now pleading with the Indian government to arrange their evacuation before things take a turn for the worse. The latest round of violence began when Israel launched ' Operation Rising Lion ', a surprise attack early Friday that reportedly took out key figures in Iran's military leadership and damaged nuclear infrastructure. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In response, Iran launched a wave of airstrikes. In just four days, the two sides have exchanged hundreds of missiles. While Israel has signalled that it plans to ramp up its campaign further, Iran has vowed to 'open the gates of hell' in retaliation. Amid this chaos, the Indian Embassy has stepped in to provide support, relocating students to safer areas and sharing regular advisories, but the uncertainty is far from over. Here's a closer look at how the crisis is unfolding for Indian students on the ground. 'Came to become doctor, now trying to stay alive' Indian students across Iranian cities like Tehran, Shiraz, and Qom are going through sleepless nights, rattled by the sound of explosions and the constant fear of what might happen next. 'One blast happened just 5 kilometres from our hostel. Over 350 Indian students are enrolled here. We're terrified,' said Imtisal Mohidin, a third-year MBBS student at Shahid Beheshti University in Tehran, speaking to ANI. 'We haven't slept in three days… I woke up at 2:30 am to loud explosions and rushed to the basement,' he added. His university has now suspended classes as the situation worsens. Several students have reported blasts going off alarmingly close to where they live, with some taking shelter in basements to stay safe. 'We are stuck inside our apartment basement. We hear blasts every night. One of the explosions was just 5 km away. We haven't slept in three days," Mohidin said. He hails from Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Indian students across Iranian cities like Tehran, Shiraz, and Qom are going through sleepless nights, rattled by the sound of explosions and the constant fear of what might happen next. File image/ ANI 'We request the Government of India to evacuate us before the situation worsens. The Embassy has shared helplines and is in touch, but we are frightened and need to go home,' he said. Faizan Nabi, a first-year medical student at Kerman University of Medical Sciences, said that fear has now reached even the relatively quieter cities. 'We heard gunshots in our city today. My friends in Tehran are terrified. We were advised to store drinking water for 3–4 days. That's how bad it is,' he said. Faizan, who is from Srinagar, told ANI that his family is constantly worried. 'I've been getting 10 calls a day from my parents. The internet is so slow that I can't even send a WhatsApp message quickly,' he said. 'We came here to become doctors. Now we're just trying to stay alive.' People evacuate after a missile launched from Iran struck Tel Aviv, Israel, Monday June 16, 2025. AP According to an official source cited by The Hindu, there are currently around 10,000 Indian nationals living in Iran. Of them, more than 6,000 are students, most pursuing medicine from Jammu and Kashmir. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The source told the paper that besides students, the Indian population also includes around 2,000 fisherfolk and sailors working in Iran's southern ports, and a number of long-settled business families. Indian students being moved to safer locations: MEA The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday said that it is keeping a close watch on the ground situation and working to ensure the safety of all Indian citizens in the region. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, in a statement posted on X, said: 'The Indian Embassy in Tehran is continuously monitoring the security situation and engaging Indian students in Iran to ensure their safety.' He added, 'In some cases, students are being relocated with the Embassy's facilitation to safer places within Iran. Other feasible options are also under examination.' The Embassy is also coordinating with local Indian community leaders across Iran to stay updated and offer necessary assistance. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Meanwhile, it has issued an advisory asking all Indian nationals and Persons of Indian Origin in Iran to remain alert and avoid unnecessary travel. The advisory, posted on its X handle, included a Google Form for individuals to register their details for communication and updates. 'Please remember, it is important not to panic, exercise due caution and maintain contact with the Embassy of India in Tehran,' the statement read. The Embassy also provided a Telegram link specifically for Indian citizens currently in Iran to receive real-time updates. 'Kindly note that this Telegram Link is ONLY for those Indian Nationals who are currently in Iran,' it said. J&K CM Omar Abdullah also said he spoke to S Jaishankar and was in touch with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on the evolving situation. Just spoke to @DrSJaishankar regarding the situation in Iran, particularly the welfare & safety of Kashmiri students in the country. The Hon Minister assured me that @MEAIndia is in close contact with their counterparts in Iran & will take all necessary steps to safeguard all… — Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) June 15, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Land borders open for evacuation: Iran to India India has initiated discussions with Iran regarding the safe evacuation of its nationals. In response, Iran has assured that all land borders are open, even though the country's airspace remains closed amid ongoing tensions. 'Given the current condition and the closure of the country's airports, as well as the request of many political missions to transfer their diplomats and nationals abroad, we inform that all land borders are open for crossing,' Iranian authorities said. Iran's Foreign Ministry has also assured full cooperation and agreed to support India's evacuation efforts. They have requested that India provide specific details of individuals who will be crossing the border—names, passport numbers, vehicle details, and intended time and location of border crossing—so arrangements can be made in advance. With the situation evolving rapidly, Indian authorities are actively assessing options to ensure that every citizen can be safely brought home. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD With input from agencies
Khaleej Times
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Khaleej Times
'Haven't slept in 3 nights,' Indian students in Iran urge evacuation amid Israeli strikes
[Editor's Note: Follow the KT live blog for live updates on the Israel-Iran conflict.] Amid ongoing waves of tit-for-tat strikes between Israel and Iran, hundreds of Indian students in Iran are urging the government to evacuate them immediately. Many students from Jammu and Kashmir are studying in various universities across Iran, including Shahid Beheshti University and Iran University of Medical Science. "I woke up at 2:30 am on Friday to loud explosions and rushed to the basement. We haven't slept since," said Imtisal Mohidin. With blasts reported just a few kilometres from student hostels and apartments, fear is mounting, and so is the plea to the Government of India: evacuate us before it's too late. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Imtisal, a 22-year-old third-year MBBS student at Shahid Beheshti University in Tehran, said that over 350 Indian students are enrolled in his university alone. "We are stuck inside our apartment basement. We hear blasts every night. One of the explosions was just 5 km away. We haven't slept in three days," he told ANI over the phone. Originally from Handwara in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district, he adds that the university has suspended classes and students are avoiding movement due to the bombardment. Shahid Beheshti University attracts Indian nationals for its affordable and reputable MBBS programme. Notably, three Iranian nuclear scientists, who were killed in Israel's attack in Iran, were professors at Shahid Beheshti University. While the university administration has remained in touch with students, those with whom ANI spoke, they mostly rely on Indian Embassy advisories and coordination for safety instructions and next steps. "We request the Government of India to evacuate us before the situation worsens. The Embassy has shared helplines and is in touch, but we are frightened and need to go home," said Mohidin. In a fresh public advisory, the Indian Embassy in Tehran asked all Indian nationals and persons of Indian origin to stay indoors and monitor official channels. "We request everyone in Iran to join the below given Telegram link to receive updates on the situation from the Embassy. Kindly note that this Telegram link is ONLY for those Indian nationals who are currently in Iran," it said in a post on X. Moreover, the Indian Embassy in Tehran is actively working to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian students studying in Iran amid the current security situation, according to a statement from the Minister of External Affairs. The Embassy is continuously monitoring the situation and engaging with students to provide support and assistance. "The Indian Embassy in Tehran is continuously monitoring the security situation and engaging Indian students in Iran to ensure their safety. In some cases, students are being relocated with the Embassy's facilitation to safer places within Iran. Other feasible options are also under examination. Further updates will follow. Separately, the Embassy is in touch with community leaders regarding welfare and safety," read a statement from the Minister of External Affairs. Faizan Nabi, a first-year MBBS student at Kerman University of Medical Sciences, said that though Kerman is comparatively safer than Tehran, the panic is spreading fast. "We heard gunshots in our city today. My friends in Tehran are terrified. We were advised to store drinking water for 3-4 days. That's how bad it is," he said. A resident of Srinagar, Faizan added, "I've been getting 10 calls a day from my parents. The internet is so slow that I can't even send a WhatsApp message quickly. We came here to become doctors. Now we're just trying to stay alive." Midhat, a fourth-year MBBS student at Iran University of Medical Science, said the first night of strikes was the most horrifying. "The blasts were not far, just a few kilometres away. Everyone was panicking. My family keeps checking on me. We're constantly monitoring the news," said the student from Sopore in Jammu and Kashmir. While she said the Indian Embassy was in touch through WhatsApp, she added that her university hasn't provided much support. "Most of us are scared and staying inside. We don't know how long this will go on," she said. With Iranian airspace restricted and no clear timeline on when the violence will ebb, the students now await the one thing they say can bring their families peace, a flight home.
Hans India
8 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Iran Opens Land Routes For Indian Student Evacuation As Over 10,000 Remain Stranded
Iran has responded positively to India's diplomatic request by offering land border crossings as an alternative evacuation route for thousands of Indian nationals stranded in the country, following the closure of Iranian airspace due to ongoing military operations. Tehran has specifically indicated that students and other Indian citizens can utilize border crossings into Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, and Afghanistan to safely exit the country. The development comes as India actively considers launching a comprehensive evacuation operation to assist its nationals trapped in Iran, where Israeli military strikes have intensified across major urban centers. The situation has left more than 10,000 Indian students and other nationals in a precarious position, unable to leave through conventional air travel routes. The Indian Embassy in Tehran has maintained continuous surveillance of the evolving security landscape while actively engaging with students throughout Iran to monitor their wellbeing and safety. Embassy officials have been facilitating the relocation of students to more secure areas within Iran when circumstances permit, while simultaneously exploring additional viable options for their protection and eventual evacuation. The urgency of the situation became apparent following a recent incident at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, where an attack near the international students' dormitory resulted in injuries to two Indian students from Kashmir. Both students are reported to be in stable condition and have been relocated to Ramsar by university authorities as a precautionary safety measure. The psychological toll on stranded students has become increasingly evident through firsthand accounts of their experiences. Imtisal Mohidin, a 22-year-old medical student from Handwara in Jammu and Kashmir, described the terrifying reality of their situation to news agency ANI. Currently enrolled at Shahid Beheshti University in Tehran alongside over 350 other Indian students, Mohidin recounted being awakened at 2:30 AM on Friday by intense explosive sounds that forced students to seek shelter in basement areas. The student's account reveals the severe impact on their daily lives, with continuous sleepless nights spent in basement shelters while explosive sounds echo throughout the city. Mohidin specifically mentioned that some explosions occurred as close as five kilometers from their location, creating an atmosphere of constant fear and uncertainty. Political leaders from Jammu and Kashmir have stepped forward to advocate for their constituents' safety. The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee has directly appealed to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, requesting immediate evacuation arrangements for students from the Union Territory as the conflict between Tel Aviv and Tehran continues to escalate. JKPCC President Tariq Hameed Karra emphasized the critical nature of the situation through social media, calling for urgent governmental action to prioritize student safety, provide comprehensive support systems, and ensure their secure return to India. Similarly, the opposition Peoples Democratic Party has taken proactive steps by sharing Indian Embassy contact information, including WhatsApp numbers and phone lines, to help stranded Kashmiri students establish communication with diplomatic officials. The crisis highlights the significant number of students from Jammu and Kashmir who have traveled to Iran to pursue professional education, particularly in medical fields, across various Iranian universities. These students now find themselves caught in an international conflict zone, dependent on diplomatic negotiations and evacuation efforts for their safe return home.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
'We Haven't Slept in Days': Indian Students in Iran Beg for Evacuation Amid Israel Air Strikes
As tensions between Israel and Iran spiral following Israel's ballistic strikes on June 12, hundreds of Indian students studying in Iran are pleading with the Indian government for evacuation. MBBS students at Tehran's Shahid Beheshti University and other institutions report terrifying nights, with explosions as close as 5 km from their hostels. 'We haven't slept in three days,' said 22-year-old Imtisal Mohidin from Kashmir. Students in cities like Tehran and Kerman are holed up in basements, unable to move, surviving with stored water and patchy internet. Several fear the worst as blasts and gunshots continue. With Iranian airspace restricted and universities suspending classes, the panic is spreading fast. While the Indian Embassy is in touch through WhatsApp and Telegram, many now await flights home to escape the looming danger. The plea is simple: 'Evacuate us before it's too late.'#iranisraelwar #indianstudentsiniran #evacuationrequest #tehranstrikes #indianembassyiran #iranconflict2025 #israelirancrisis #studentplea #globaltensions #mbbsstudentsabroad #IsraelIranTensions #EvacuateNow #IranCrisis #ModiGovernment #IndianEmbassy #TehranStrikes #StudentVoices #IranUpdates #MedicalStudentsAbroad #toi #toibharat #bharat #breakingnews #indianews Read More
India Gazette
10 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Haven't slept in three nights," Indian students in Iran urge evacuation amid escalating strikes
By Vishu Adhana Tehran [Iran], June 16 (ANI): Amid ongoing waves of tit-for-tat strikes between Israel and Iran, hundreds of Indian students in Iran are urging the government to evacuate them immediately. Many students from Jammu and Kashmir are studying in various universities across Iran, including Shahid Beheshti University and Iran University of Medical Science. 'I woke up at 2:30 am on Friday to loud explosions and rushed to the basement. We haven't slept since,' said Imtisal Mohidin. With blasts reported just a few kilometres from student hostels and apartments, fear is mounting -- and so is the plea to the Government of India: evacuate us before it's too late. Imtisal, a 22-year-old third-year MBBS student at Shahid Beheshti University in Tehran, said that over 350 Indian students are enrolled in his university alone. 'We are stuck inside our apartment basement. We hear blasts every night. One of the explosions was just 5 km away. We haven't slept in three days,' he told ANI over the phone. Originally from Handwara in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district, he adds that the university has suspended classes and students are avoiding movement due to the bombardment. Shahid Beheshti University attracts Indian nationals for its affordable and reputable MBBS programme. Notably, three Iranian nuclear scientists, who were killed in Israel's attack in Iran, were professors at Shahid Beheshti University. While the university administration has remained in touch with students, those with whom ANI spoke, they mostly rely on Indian Embassy advisories and coordination for safety instructions and next steps. 'We request the Government of India to evacuate us before the situation worsens. The Embassy has shared helplines and is in touch, but we are frightened and need to go home,' said Mohidin. In a fresh public advisory, the Indian Embassy in Tehran asked all Indian nationals and persons of Indian origin to stay indoors and monitor official channels. 'We request everyone in Iran to join the below given Telegram link to receive updates on the situation from the Embassy. Kindly note that this Telegram link is ONLY for those Indian nationals who are currently in Iran,' it said in a post on X. Moreover, the Indian Embassy in Tehran is actively working to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian students studying in Iran amid the current security situation, according to a statement from the Minister of External Affairs. The Embassy is continuously monitoring the situation and engaging with students to provide support and assistance. 'The Indian Embassy in Tehran is continuously monitoring the security situation and engaging Indian students in Iran to ensure their safety. In some cases, students are being relocated with the Embassy's facilitation to safer places within Iran. Other feasible options are also under examination. Further updates will follow. Separately, the Embassy is in touch with community leaders regarding welfare and safety,' read a statement from the Minister of External Affairs. Faizan Nabi, a first-year MBBS student at Kerman University of Medical Sciences, said that though Kerman is comparatively safer than Tehran, the panic is spreading fast. 'We heard gunshots in our city today. My friends in Tehran are terrified. We were advised to store drinking water for 3-4 days. That's how bad it is,' he said. A resident of Srinagar, Faizan added, 'I've been getting 10 calls a day from my parents. The internet is so slow that I can't even send a WhatsApp message quickly. We came here to become doctors. Now we're just trying to stay alive.' Midhat, a fourth-year MBBS student at Iran University of Medical Science, said the first night of strikes was the most horrifying. 'The blasts were not far -- just a few kilometres away. Everyone was panicking. My family keeps checking on me. We're constantly monitoring the news,' said the student from Sopore in Jammu and Kashmir. While she said the Indian Embassy was in touch through WhatsApp, she added that her university hasn't provided much support. 'Most of us are scared and staying inside. We don't know how long this will go on,' she said. With Iranian airspace restricted and no clear timeline on when the violence will ebb, the students now await the one thing they say can bring their families peace -- a flight home. (ANI)
