The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) has sounded the alarm, directly appealing to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for help in rescuing Kashmiri students marooned in Iran due to surging Middle East conflicts. With more than 220 students affected, time is of the essence.
These young academics, enrolled in prestigious institutions like Tehran University of Medical Sciences, are grappling with halted classes, food shortages, and mounting safety threats from missile exchanges. Parents back in the Valley are inundated with distress calls, fueling widespread panic.
In their official communique, JKSA leaders cited India’s constitutional duty to protect citizens abroad, drawing parallels to the Vande Bharat mission’s triumph. They proposed coordinated efforts with Iranian authorities for student visas, special flights, and on-ground support from Indian embassies.
Government officials have acknowledged the request, activating crisis protocols similar to those used in Sudan and Afghanistan. Community leaders in Jammu and Kashmir are mobilizing funds and awareness campaigns to bolster the effort.
Beyond immediate rescue, the incident spotlights gaps in student travel advisories and insurance mandates. As Modi government weighs options, the nation watches closely, expecting a display of compassion and efficiency that reinforces India’s global stature in citizen welfare.