In a decisive response to the spiraling violence in West Asia, India has inaugurated a control room in New Delhi to assist its citizens amid US-Israel operations against Iran.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed the development Wednesday. Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal announced on X that the facility addresses the precarious conditions in the Gulf and surrounding areas.
Functional between 9 AM and 9 PM IST, Indians can connect through toll-free 1800118797 or via +91-11-23012113, +91-11-23014104, +91-11-23017905. These lines are primed for evacuation queries, safety updates, and more.
Tailored emergency numbers span the region: Bahrain +973 39418071; Iran +98 9128109115/+98 9128109102/+98 9128109109/+98 9932179359; Iraq +964 7716511185/+964 7704444899; Israel +972 547520711/+972 542428378; Jordan +962 770422276; Kuwait +965 65501946; Lebanon +961 76860128; Oman +968 98282270 (WhatsApp)/80071234 (toll-free); Qatar +974 55647502; Ramallah +970 592916418 (toll-free); Saudi Riyadh +966 114884697/8002471234 (toll-free); Jeddah +966 126648660/+966 122614093; UAE +971 543090571 (WhatsApp)/80046342 (toll-free).
Context is grim: Joint US-Israel attacks claimed Iran’s top leadership, including Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, prompting Iranian reprisals on US assets in Bahrain, Kuwait, and UAE. The cycle of retaliation threatens wider instability.
PM Narendra Modi, expressing alarm on Monday, reiterated India’s peace advocacy. ‘India remains steadfast in promoting global harmony,’ he stated. ‘When democracies unite, our collective voice for stability resonates louder.’ He committed to partnering with regional states for Indian safety.
This strategic move highlights India’s robust consular framework. As conflicts rage, the control room provides essential support, urging nationals to stay informed and connected.