Jahangeer Ganaie
Srinagar, Mar 9: The Embassy of India in Tehran has issued an important advisory for Indian nationals currently residing in Iran, urging them not to approach any of the country’s land borders for travel outside Iran without prior coordination with the mission.
In the advisory, the embassy said any movement toward land border points should be undertaken only after obtaining explicit guidance from the embassy. The advisory comes amid growing concerns among Indian citizens, including a significant number of students, about travel arrangements and safety in the region.
The embassy cautioned that individuals attempting to leave Iran through land borders without proper coordination may face serious difficulties.
“Indian nationals are hereby advised not to approach any of the land borders of Iran for travel outside the country without prior coordination with the Embassy. Any movement towards land border points should be undertaken only after obtaining explicit guidance from the Embassy,” the advisory reads.
Officials further warned that the embassy may not be able to assist individuals who leave Iranian territory but fail to gain entry into a third country.
“It may please be noted that the Embassy will not be in a position to extend assistance once individuals have exited Iranian territory and are unable to enter the third country concerned,” the advisory stated.
The development assumes significance as several Indian nationals, including students studying in Iranian universities, have been exploring options to travel through neighbouring countries by land routes. Authorities have urged them to remain in contact with the embassy and follow official instructions to avoid complications.
The embassy reiterated that it remains available to guide and assist Indian nationals through its emergency helplines. Citizens requiring urgent assistance have been asked to contact the following numbers: Mobile: +98 912 810 9115, +98 912 810 9102, +98 912 810 9109, +98 993 217 9359, and email: [email protected]
Officials have advised Indian nationals to stay updated through official communications and avoid taking independent travel decisions, especially involving land border crossings, without consulting the embassy.
