Tensions flaring between Iran and Israel have left scores of Indian tourists and workers stranded in the Gulf, prompting Maharashtra to initiate a full-scale rescue operation. CM Devendra Fadnavis briefed the assembly on Wednesday about the state’s high-stakes collaboration with New Delhi for their extraction.
Girish Mahajan, the Disaster Management Minister, is at the helm, supervising every aspect from relief distribution to evacuation logistics. A specialized WhatsApp helpline serves as the lifeline, enabling direct video contact for real-time assessments.
The machinery includes diplomatic outreach, SOP dissemination for safety, and activation of local Indian diaspora groups. Marathi mandals are on the frontlines, providing essentials like meals and safe havens amid the uncertainty.
Kuwait’s transit visa snags are under urgent review, with temporary shelters and supplies being arranged. Despite partial airspace shutdowns, airlines are cautiously restarting services where feasible.
‘Bringing our people back safely is paramount,’ Fadnavis declared. With protocols aligned and embassy teams engaged, the state is poised to act the moment pathways clear. This operation exemplifies coordinated governance in the face of global instability, offering hope to anxious families.