The Government of India has successfully concluded Operation Sindhu, evacuating 4,415 Indian nationals from conflict-affected regions in Iran and Israel, reaffirming its strong diplomatic and logistical capabilities. Launched on June 18, the mission involved 19 special flights, including three IAF C-17 aircraft, and was coordinated through Indian missions in Tehran, Yerevan, and Ashgabat.
Between June 18 and 26, a total of 3,597 individuals were repatriated from Iran via Yerevan, Ashgabat, and Mashhad, including students, workers, pilgrims, and fishermen. The Israel operation began on June 23, evacuating 818 people from Amman and Sharm El Sheikh. India also extended humanitarian aid to neighboring citizens—rescuing 14 OCI cardholders, 9 Nepali nationals, 4 Sri Lankans, and an Iranian spouse of an Indian.
In Guwahati, the operation has had a notable ripple effect. Local travel and overseas education consultants report increased inquiries about visa advisories, travel insurance, and emergency protocols. Families with members in West Asia expressed relief, boosting confidence in government intervention and international mobility from the Northeast region. The MEA expressed gratitude to regional governments and reaffirmed continued monitoring across West Asia through its embassies and consulates.
