Tears of joy flowed freely at Indira Gandhi International Airport as dozens of Indian citizens, primarily pilgrims, returned from Iran. The blackout that severed communications had families on edge, but official evacuations ensured happy endings to a nerve-wracking saga.
Interviews captured raw emotions. ‘Our mom and mausi’s pilgrimage turned into a nightmare with no contact for days,’ vented one daughter. ‘Pre-blackout, she said all’s good. Relief doesn’t even cover it now.’
A cross-state wait unfolded: Delhi folks for local kin, Amroha relatives for their contingent. ‘Pita ji and behen were fine, just isolated. Kudos to the administration for this rescue,’ applauded a son.
Returnees debunked doomsday reports. One family man asserted, ‘Excellent management in Iran. Protests? Overblown. Our contacts vouched for peace, thanks to local governance.’ His counterpart highlighted: ‘Bhauji and eight villagers back safe—govt’s role pivotal.’
Fresh off the plane, voices rang clear. ‘Normalcy returning post-disruptions. Internet snap and call glitches panicked us, but embassy interventions worked wonders,’ said a weary yet smiling traveler.
‘Safety absolute—no threats encountered. Self-initiated return,’ affirmed another. On the blackout: ‘Standard protocol everywhere. Pilgrims untouched, routines intact.’
Gratitude extended to New Delhi’s swift action under PM Modi. These narratives counter media frenzy, revealing a nation handling internal matters adeptly while honoring foreign visitors. The airport’s warmth symbolized resilience, diplomatic prowess, and the unbreakable spirit of Indian families navigating global turbulence.