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India's Operation Sindhu: 110 Citizens Evacuated from Iran

6/19/2025

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In a bold move, the Indian government initiated ‘Operation Sindhu’ to rescue its citizens from the turmoil in Iran. On June 17, 110 students were successfully evacuated to Armenia, before returning home to New Delhi on June 18. The Ministry of External Affairs reaffirmed its dedication to citizen safety by setting up a round-the-clock control room for support.

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In a bold move, the Indian government initiated ‘Operation Sindhu’ to rescue its citizens from the turmoil in Iran. On June 17, 110 students were successfully evacuated to Armenia, before returning home to New Delhi on June 18. The Ministry of External Affairs reaffirmed its dedication to citizen safety by setting up a round-the-clock control room for support.