Chhattisgarh's Push for Safe Return of Indians Stranded in Iran Amid Conflict

Deputy CM Vijay Sharma pledges efforts for the safe return of an Indian family stranded in Iran amidst regional conflict, with plans to address the issue at state and national levels. The evacuation operation, led by the Indian government, has successfully brought 110 nationals home, including students from Jammu and Kashmir.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-06-2025 18:44 IST | Created: 20-06-2025 18:44 IST
Chhattisgarh's Push for Safe Return of Indians Stranded in Iran Amid Conflict
Chhattisgarh Deputy CM Vijay Sharma (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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Chhattisgarh's Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma has committed to all necessary actions to secure the safe return of a family from the state stranded in Iran due to ongoing regional strife. Responding to reports about the family's plight, Sharma assured that the issue would be escalated both at state and central levels to ensure their repatriation.

In a statement to the press, Sharma vowed to engage with Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel and address the matter in Delhi for expedited action. Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, confirmed the safe landing of 94 evacuated students from Iran in the national capital.

The Indian government, under 'Operation Sindhu', has orchestrated the evacuation of Indian nationals from Iran, including 110 individuals who were flown to Delhi amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh welcomed the evacuees, highlighting the government's commitment to the safety of its citizens abroad.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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